For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 872 students in 35748, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35748, AL are Madison County Elementary School and Madison County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35748 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35748, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35748, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison County Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
173 Wood St
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3290
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3290
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Madison County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Brock Rd
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3270
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3270
Gr: 9-12 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35748, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35748, AL include Madison County Elementary School and Madison County High School.
How many public schools are located in 35748?
2 public schools are located in 35748.
What is the racial composition of students in 35748?
35748 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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