For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,669 students in 35640, AL (there are , serving 72 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 35640, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35640, AL are Barkley Bridge Elementary School, Crestline Elementary School and Fe Burleson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35640 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35640, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35640, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barkley Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2333 Barkley Bridge Rd
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-1931
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-1931
Gr: PK-4 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Crestline Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
600 Crestline Dr Sw
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-9967
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-9967
Gr: PK-4 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Fe Burleson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1100 Bethel Road Ne
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-2411
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-2411
Gr: PK-4 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Hartselle Junior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
904 Sparkman Street
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-5426
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-5426
Gr: 7-8 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Hartselle Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
130 Petain Street Sw
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-6094
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-6094
Gr: 5-6 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Hartselle High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Bethel Road Ne
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 751-5615
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 751-5615
Gr: 9-12 | 1,004 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Morgan County Learning Center
Alternative School
72 Plainview St
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-6458
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-6458
Gr: 6-12
35640, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hartselle Area Vocational Center (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
904 S Sparkman St
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-5426
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-5426
Gr: 9-12
72 Plainview
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-6458
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-6458
Gr: PK-6 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35640, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35640, AL include Barkley Bridge Elementary School, Crestline Elementary School and Fe Burleson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35640?
7 public schools are located in 35640.
What percentage of students in 35640 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 35640 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35640?
35640 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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