For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,049 students in 35126, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35126, AL are Kermit Johnson School and Rudd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35126 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35126, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35126, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kermit Johnson School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8300 Kermit Johnson Rd
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-4350
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-4350
Grades: 3-5
| 620 students
Rank: #22.
Rudd Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4526 Rudd School Rd
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5309
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5309
Grades: 6-8
| 675 students
Rank: n/an/a
4200 School Dr
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5050
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5050
Grades: PK-2
| 754 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35126, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35126, AL include Kermit Johnson School and Rudd Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35126?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35126.
What is the racial composition of students in 35126?
35126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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