For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,203 students in 35653, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35653, AL are Russellville Elementary School, Russellville Middle School and Belgreen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35653 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35653, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35653, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russellville Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
133 Chucky Mullins Memorial Dr
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2123
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2123
Gr: 3-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Russellville Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
765 Summit St
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Belgreen High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14220 Highway 187
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Gr: PK-12 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Russellville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1865 Waterloo Rd
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Gr: 9-12 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Franklin County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
85 Jail Springs Road
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-2127
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-2127
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Russellville City Career Tech Center
Vocational School
1865 Waterloo Road
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
1340 Clay Ave
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2122
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2122
Gr: PK-2 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35653, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35653, AL include Russellville Elementary School, Russellville Middle School and Belgreen High School.
How many public schools are located in 35653?
7 public schools are located in 35653.
What is the racial composition of students in 35653?
35653 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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