For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,042 students in 35121, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 13 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 35121, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35121, AL are Oneonta Elementary School, Oneonta Middle School and Oneonta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35121 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35121, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35121, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oneonta Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Grades: K-5
| 650 students
Rank: #22.
Oneonta Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27605 State Highway 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Grades: 6-8
| 300 students
Rank: #33.
Oneonta High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Grades: 9-12
| 428 students
Rank: #44.
Appalachian School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 County Highway 12
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Grades: PK-12
| 664 students
Rank: n/an/a
Allgood Alternative School
Alternative School
45 Community Rd
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35121, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35121, AL include Oneonta Elementary School, Oneonta Middle School and Oneonta High School.
How many public schools are located in 35121?
5 public schools are located in 35121.
What percentage of students in 35121 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 35121 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35121?
35121 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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