For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,419 students in 35124, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35124, AL are Pelham Oaks, Pelham Ridge and Pelham Park Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35124 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35124, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35124, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pelham Oaks
(Math: 41% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Highway 33
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3703
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3703
Grades: PK-5
| 734 students
Rank: #22.
Pelham Ridge
(Math: 37% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
251 Applegate Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3704
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3704
Grades: PK-5
| 781 students
Rank: #33.
Pelham Park Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2016 Pelham Park Boulevard
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3702
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3702
Grades: 6-8
| 833 students
Rank: #44.
Linda Nolen Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2280 Highwy 35
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Grades: PK-12
| 71 students
Rank: n/an/a
Star Program Elementary School
Alternative School
2280 Highway 35
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Star Program Middle School
Alternative School
2280 Highway 35
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
35124, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35124, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35124, AL include Pelham Oaks, Pelham Ridge and Pelham Park Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35124?
6 public elementary schools are located in 35124.
What is the racial composition of students in 35124?
35124 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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