For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,250 students in 35085, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 268 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 35085, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35085, AL are Jemison Elementary School, Jemison Intermediate School and Jemison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35085 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35085, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35085, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jemison Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1495 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Gr: PK-3 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Jemison Intermediate School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1491 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Gr: 4-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Jemison Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25095 Us Hwy 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Gr: 7-8 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Jemison High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25195 Us Highway 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Gr: 9-12 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35085, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35085, AL include Jemison Elementary School, Jemison Intermediate School and Jemison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35085?
4 public schools are located in 35085.
What percentage of students in 35085 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 35085 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35085?
35085 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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