For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,011 students in 35160, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35160, AL are Stemley Road Elementary School, C L Salter Elementary School and Evelyn D Houston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35160 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35160, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35160, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stemley Road Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2760 Stemley Bridge Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Gr: PK-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
C L Salter Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
106 Brecon Access Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Gr: K-3 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1310 Ashland Hwy
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Gr: 4-6 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35160, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35160, AL include Stemley Road Elementary School, C L Salter Elementary School and Evelyn D Houston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35160?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35160.
What is the racial composition of students in 35160?
35160 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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