For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 824 students in 35553, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35553, AL are Double Springs Elementary School, Double Springs Middle School and Winston County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35553 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35553, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35553, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Double Springs Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
123 Old School Rd
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 717-3322
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 717-3322
Grades: PK-4
| 354 students
Rank: #22.
Double Springs Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1218 County Rd 24
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 717-3328
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 717-3328
Grades: 5-7
| 176 students
Rank: #33.
Winston County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1222 Co Rd 24
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 489-5593
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 489-5593
Grades: 8-12
| 294 students
Rank: n/an/a
Winston Career Academy
Vocational School
1122 County Road 24
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 717-3364
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 717-3364
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35553, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35553, AL include Double Springs Elementary School, Double Springs Middle School and Winston County High School.
How many public schools are located in 35553?
4 public schools are located in 35553.
What is the racial composition of students in 35553?
35553 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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