For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 810 students in 35125, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35125, AL are Iola Roberts Elementary School and Eden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35125 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35125, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35125, AL Public Elementary 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%
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 elementary schools in 35125, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35125, AL include Iola Roberts Elementary School and Eden Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35125?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35125.
What is the racial composition of students in 35125?
35125 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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