For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,178 students in 35476, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35476, AL are Lloyd Wood Education Center, Crestmont Elementary School and Collinsriverside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35476 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35476, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35476, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lloyd Wood Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2300 26th Avenue
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2660
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2660
Grades: PK-12
| 186 students
Rank: #22.
Crestmont Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 34th Ave
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2695
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2695
Grades: PK-4
| 290 students
Rank: #33.
Collinsriverside Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 3rd St
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2680
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2680
Grades: 5-6
| 312 students
Rank: #44.
Matthews Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Rice Mine Road
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2654
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2654
Grades: PK-4
| 390 students
35476, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2300 26th Ave
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2690
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2690
Grades: 6-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35476, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35476, AL include Lloyd Wood Education Center, Crestmont Elementary School and Collinsriverside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35476?
4 public elementary schools are located in 35476.
What is the racial composition of students in 35476?
35476 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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