For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,950 students in 35501, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35501, AL are Memorial Park Elementary School, Maddox Intermediate School and T R Simmons Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35501 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35501, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35501, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memorial Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
800 10th Ave
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 384-6461
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 384-6461
Gr: 2-3 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Maddox Intermediate School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Panther Trail
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 384-3230
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 384-3230
Gr: 4-6 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
T R Simmons Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Viking Dr
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 387-2535
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 387-2535
Gr: PK-1 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Jasper Junior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 Viking Drive
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 221-9277
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 221-9277
Gr: 7-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Jasper High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Viking Drive
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 221-9277
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 221-9277
Gr: 9-12 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Walker County Center Of Technology
Vocational School
1100 Viking Drive
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 387-0561
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 387-0561
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Walker County Schools 180 Program
Alternative School
1601 Highland Avenue
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 387-9984
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 387-9984
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35501, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35501, AL include Memorial Park Elementary School, Maddox Intermediate School and T R Simmons Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35501?
7 public schools are located in 35501.
What is the racial composition of students in 35501?
35501 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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