For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,343 students in 35647, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35647, AL are Sugar Creek Elementary School and West Limestone High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35647 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35647, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35647, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sugar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26595 Salem Minor Hill Road
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6669
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6669
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
West Limestone High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10945 School House Rd
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6687
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6687
Gr: 6-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35647, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35647, AL include Sugar Creek Elementary School and West Limestone High School.
How many public schools are located in 35647?
2 public schools are located in 35647.
What is the racial composition of students in 35647?
35647 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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