For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 508 students in Cottonwood, AL.
The top ranked public elementary school in Cottonwood, AL is Cottonwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottonwood, AL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cottonwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cottonwood, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
663 Houston St
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Grades: PK-6
| 508 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Cottonwood, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cottonwood, AL include Cottonwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cottonwood?
1 public elementary schools are located in Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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