For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,757 students in 35901, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35901, AL are Eura Brown Elementary School, Gaston Elementary School and Gadsden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35901 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35901, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35901, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eura Brown Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1231 Alcott Rd
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0011
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0011
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #22.
Gaston Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4550 Us Highway 411
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Grades: PK-6
| 284 students
Rank: #33.
Gadsden Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
612 Tracy St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-6341
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-6341
Grades: 6-8
| 467 students
Rank: #44.
Thompson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
236 Goldenrod Ave
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-7011
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-7011
Grades: PK-5
| 249 students
Rank: #55.
W E Striplin Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Cleveland Ave
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-8616
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-8616
Grades: PK-5
| 407 students
Rank: n/an/a
Etowah County Special Education Learning Center
Special Education School
401 Broad Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Gadsden City Alternative School
Alternative School
607 S 12th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
35901, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2000 S 11th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Grades: K-5
| 158 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35901, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35901, AL include Eura Brown Elementary School, Gaston Elementary School and Gadsden Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35901?
7 public elementary schools are located in 35901.
What is the racial composition of students in 35901?
35901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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