For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,356 students in 35115, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 35115, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35115, AL are Montevallo Elementary School, Montevallo Middle School and Calera Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35115 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35115, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35115, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montevallo Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
171 Jeter Cir
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6420
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6420
Gr: K-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Montevallo Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
235 Samford St
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6410
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6410
Gr: 6-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Calera Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9178 Highway 22
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6140
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6140
Gr: 6-8 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Montevallo High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
980 Oak St
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6400
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 682-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35115, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35115, AL include Montevallo Elementary School, Montevallo Middle School and Calera Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35115?
4 public schools are located in 35115.
What percentage of students in 35115 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 35115 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35115?
35115 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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