For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,865 students in 35611, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35611, AL are Brookhill Elementary School, Julian Newman Elementary School and Athens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35611 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35611, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35611, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookhill Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
320 Brookhill Dr
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6603
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6603
Gr: K-3 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Julian Newman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 S Clinton Street
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6630
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6630
Gr: PK-3 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Athens Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
515 N Madison St
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6609
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6609
Gr: PK-3 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Athens Renaissance School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
405 South Street East
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 614-3708
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 614-3708
Gr: K-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Blue Springs Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16787 Hardy Road
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Athens Intermediate School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1916 Us Hwy 72 W
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 230-2880
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 230-2880
Gr: 4-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Athens Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Hwy 31 North
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6620
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6620
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
James L Cowart Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 W Hobbs St
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6627
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6627
Gr: K-3 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #99.
Clements High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7730 Highway 72 W
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-6564
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-6564
Gr: 6-12 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
35611, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
201 West Green Street Suite B1
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6801
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6801
Gr: K-12
15199 Brownsferry Rd
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6678
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6678
Gr: K-6 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35611, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35611, AL include Brookhill Elementary School, Julian Newman Elementary School and Athens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35611?
9 public elementary schools are located in 35611.
What is the racial composition of students in 35611?
35611 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).