For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,892 students in 35150, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 118 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 35150, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35150, AL are Nicholslawson Middle School, Pinecrest Elementary School and Bb Comer Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35150 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35150, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35150, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nicholslawson Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1550 Talladega Highway
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 245-4376
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 245-4376
Gr: 6-8 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Pinecrest Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
615 Coaling Rd
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 245-5700
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 245-5700
Gr: 3-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Bb Comer Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
803 Seminole Ave
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 315-5430
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 315-5430
Gr: PK-6 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Sylacauga High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 N Broadway
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 249-0911
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 249-0911
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Bb Comer Memorial High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Seminole Ave
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 315-5400
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 315-5400
Gr: 7-12 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
1099 Oldfield Rd
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 249-0397
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 249-0397
Gr: PK-2 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35150, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35150, AL include Nicholslawson Middle School, Pinecrest Elementary School and Bb Comer Memorial Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35150?
6 public schools are located in 35150.
What percentage of students in 35150 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 35150 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35150?
35150 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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