For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,220 students in 35085, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35085, AL are Jemison Elementary School and Jemison Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35085 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35085, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35085, AL Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35085, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35085, AL include Jemison Elementary School and Jemison Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35085?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35085.
What is the racial composition of students in 35085?
35085 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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