For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,653 students in 35125, AL (there are , serving 642 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 35125, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35125, AL are Iola Roberts Elementary School, Eden Elementary School and Duran Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35125 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35125, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35125, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iola Roberts Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 Martin St N
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-7312
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-7312
Gr: K-4 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Eden Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
412 Wolf Creek Rd N
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-6930
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-6930
Gr: PK-4 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Duran Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
309 Williamson Drive
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2825
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2825
Gr: 7-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Pell City High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Cogswell Ave
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2250
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2250
Gr: 9-12 | 1,215 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
35125, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rise Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1300 Cogswell Avenue
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-3700
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-3700
Gr: PK-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35125, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35125, AL include Iola Roberts Elementary School, Eden Elementary School and Duran Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 35125?
4 public schools are located in 35125.
What percentage of students in 35125 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 35125 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35125?
35125 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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