For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,937 students in 35096, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35096, AL are Lincoln Elementary School, Charles R Drew Middle School and Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35096 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35096, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35096, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
79001 Al Hwy 77
Lincoln, AL 35096
(256) 315-5265
Lincoln, AL 35096
(256) 315-5265
Gr: PK-5 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Charles R Drew Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
78975 Al Hwy 77
Lincoln, AL 35096
(256) 315-5280
Lincoln, AL 35096
(256) 315-5280
Gr: 6-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
78989 Al Hwy 77
Lincoln, AL 35096
(256) 315-5295
Lincoln, AL 35096
(256) 315-5295
Gr: 9-12 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35096, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35096, AL include Lincoln Elementary School, Charles R Drew Middle School and Lincoln High School.
How many public schools are located in 35096?
3 public schools are located in 35096.
What is the racial composition of students in 35096?
35096 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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