For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,019 students in Gordo, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in Gordo, AL are Gordo Elementary School and Gordo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gordo, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Gordo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gordo, AL (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gordo Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
535 4th St Nw
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-8480
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-8480
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Gordo High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
630 4th St Nw
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-7353
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-7353
Gr: 7-12 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gordo, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Gordo, AL include Gordo Elementary School and Gordo High School.
How many public schools are located in Gordo?
2 public schools are located in Gordo.
What is the racial composition of students in Gordo?
Gordo public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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