For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 4,440 students in 35173, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35173, AL are Cahaba Elementary School, Magnolia Elementary School and Paine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35173 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35173, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35173, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cahaba Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Parkway Drive
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3400
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3400
Grades: K-5
| 547 students
Rank: #22.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5400 Hidden Way Lane
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3500
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3500
Grades: K-5
| 387 students
Rank: #33.
Paine Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7600 Gadsden Highway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 1,342 students
Rank: #44.
Hewitttrussville Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5275 Trussville Clay Road
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3700
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3700
Grades: 6-8
| 1,139 students
Rank: #55.
Claychalkville Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Trussvilleclay Rd
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3100
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3100
Grades: 6-8
| 1,025 students
35173, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
425 Cherokee Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Grades: K-4
| 1,396 students
601 Parkway Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Grades: 8-9
| 598 students
7500 Gadsden Highway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Grades: K-2
| 924 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35173, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35173, AL include Cahaba Elementary School, Magnolia Elementary School and Paine Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35173?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35173.
What is the racial composition of students in 35173?
35173 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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