For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,419 students in 35904, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35904, AL are Mitchell Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Walnut Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35904 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35904, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35904, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 Noccalula Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-2711
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-2711
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3156 Tabor Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-7409
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-7409
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Walnut Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3200 Walnut St
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4665
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4665
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Floyd Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Black Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-0836
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-0836
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Sansom Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2210 W Meighan Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4992
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4992
Gr: 6-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35904, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35904, AL include Mitchell Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Walnut Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35904?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35904.
What is the racial composition of students in 35904?
35904 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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