For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 578 students in 35816, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 774 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 35816, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 35816, AL is Sonnie Hereford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 35816 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35816, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35816, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonnie Hereford Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2755 Wilson Drive
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 428-7440
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 428-7440
Gr: PK-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35816, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35816, AL include Sonnie Hereford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35816?
1 public schools are located in 35816.
What percentage of students in 35816 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 35816 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35816?
35816 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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