For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 432 students in 35616, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35616, AL are Cherokee Elementary School and Cherokee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35616 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35616, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35616, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1305 North Pike
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-6422
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-6422
Gr: PK-6 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 High School Dr
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-4434
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-4434
Gr: 7-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35616, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35616, AL include Cherokee Elementary School and Cherokee High School.
How many public schools are located in 35616?
2 public schools are located in 35616.
What is the racial composition of students in 35616?
35616 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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