For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,108 students in 35960, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35960, AL are Centre Elementary School and Centre Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35960 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35960, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35960, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centre Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Armory Road
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3302
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3302
Gr: PK-4 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Centre Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 East Main Street
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Gr: 5-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35960, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35960, AL include Centre Elementary School and Centre Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35960?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35960.
What is the racial composition of students in 35960?
35960 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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