For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,569 students in 35960, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35960, AL are Centre Elementary School, Centre Middle School and Cherokee County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35960 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35960, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35960, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Centre Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Armory Road
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3302
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3302
Grades: PK-4
| 647 students
Rank: #22.
Centre Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 East Main Street
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Grades: 5-8
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Cherokee County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
910 Warrior Dr
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3625
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3625
Grades: 9-12
| 465 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cherokee County Career Technology Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
600 Bay Springs Rd
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35960, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35960, AL include Centre Elementary School, Centre Middle School and Cherokee County High School.
How many public schools are located in 35960?
4 public schools are located in 35960.
What is the racial composition of students in 35960?
35960 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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