For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,047 students in 35160, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 35160, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35160, AL are Raymond L Young Elementary School, Stemley Road Elementary School and Zora Ellis Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35160 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35160, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35160, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Raymond L Young Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Damon Ave
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5888
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5888
Grades: PK-K
| 171 students
Rank: #22.
Stemley Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2760 Stemley Bridge Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Grades: PK-6
| 361 students
Rank: #33.
Zora Ellis Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
414 Elm St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5700
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5700
Grades: 7-8
| 228 students
Rank: #44.
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1310 Ashland Hwy
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Grades: 4-6
| 353 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
C L Salter Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
106 Brecon Access Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Grades: 1-3
| 362 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Talladega County Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5104 Howell Cove Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5340
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5340
Grades: 7-12
| 126 students
Rank: #77.
Talladega High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1177 Mcmillan Street East
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5656
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5656
Grades: 9-12
| 446 students
Rank: n/an/a
Talladega Career Technical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
110 Piccadilly Cir
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5676
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5676
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
35160, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
415 Elm St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Grades: 6
| 235 students
403 Cedar St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5777
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5777
Grades: PK-6
| 222 students
400 N Spring St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35160, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35160, AL include Raymond L Young Elementary School, Stemley Road Elementary School and Zora Ellis Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 35160?
8 public schools are located in 35160.
What percentage of students in 35160 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 35160 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35160?
35160 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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