For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,727 students in 35661, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35661, AL are Mcbride Elementary School and Muscle Shoals Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35661 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35661, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35661, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcbride Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 Avalon Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2610
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2610
Grades: 3-5
| 631 students
Rank: #22.
Muscle Shoals Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Trojan Dr
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2640
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2640
Grades: 6-8
| 638 students
Rank: n/an/a
714 Elmhurst St
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2620
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2620
Grades: 1-2
| 226 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 Webster Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2650
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2650
Grades: 1-2
| 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35661, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35661, AL include Mcbride Elementary School and Muscle Shoals Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35661?
4 public elementary schools are located in 35661.
What is the racial composition of students in 35661?
35661 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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