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Best 35901 Alabama Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,137 students in 35901, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 220 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 35901, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35901, AL are Eura Brown Elementary School, Gaston Elementary School and Gadsden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35901 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35901, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best 35901, AL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eura Brown Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1231 Alcott Rd
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0011
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Gaston Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4550 Us Highway 411
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 622-1073
Gr: PK-6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Gadsden Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
612 Tracy St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-6341
Gr: 6-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Gaston High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4550 Us Highway 411
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gr: 7-12 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
W E Striplin Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Cleveland Ave
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-8616
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Thompson Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
236 Goldenrod Ave
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-7011
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Downtown Educational Center
Alternative School
220 Locust Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Etowah County Special Education Learning Center
Special Education School
401 Broad Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gr: PK | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 35901, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35901, AL include Eura Brown Elementary School, Gaston Elementary School and Gadsden Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35901?
8 public schools are located in 35901.
What percentage of students in 35901 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 35901 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35901?
35901 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).

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