For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,836 students in 35010, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 154 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 35010, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35010, AL are Nathaniel H Stephens Elementary School, William L Radney Elementary School and Alexander City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35010 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35010, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35010, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nathaniel H Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
851 Laurel St
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8631
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8631
Gr: 3-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
William L Radney Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 Allison Drive
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8636
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8636
Gr: 5-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Alexander City Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
359 State St
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8660
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8660
Gr: 7-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Russell High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
225 Heard Blvd
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8611
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8611
Gr: 9-12 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
1240 Scott Rd
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8625
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8625
Gr: PK-2 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35010, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35010, AL include Nathaniel H Stephens Elementary School, William L Radney Elementary School and Alexander City Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35010?
5 public schools are located in 35010.
What percentage of students in 35010 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 35010 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35010?
35010 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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