For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,108 students in 35960, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35960, AL are Centre Elementary School and Centre Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35960 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35960, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35960, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centre Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Armory Road
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3302
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3302
Gr: PK-4 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Centre Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 East Main Street
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Gr: 5-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35960, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35960, AL include Centre Elementary School and Centre Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35960?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35960.
What is the racial composition of students in 35960?
35960 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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