For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 499 students in Cleveland, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Cleveland, AL is Cleveland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cleveland, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cleveland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cleveland, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 Stadium Dr
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2040
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2040
Gr: PK-6 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Blount County Learning Center
Special Education School
189 Horton Ln
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cleveland, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cleveland, AL include Cleveland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cleveland?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cleveland.
What is the racial composition of students in Cleveland?
Cleveland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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