For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 962 students in Columbiana, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbiana, AL are Elvin Hill Elementary School and Columbiana Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbiana, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Columbiana have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Columbiana, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elvin Hill Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Washington St
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 682-6620
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 682-6620
Gr: K-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Columbiana Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
222 Joinertown Road
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 682-6610
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 682-6610
Gr: 6-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbiana, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbiana, AL include Elvin Hill Elementary School and Columbiana Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Columbiana?
2 public elementary schools are located in Columbiana.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbiana?
Columbiana public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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