For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,070 students in 35550, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35550, AL are Cordova Elementary School, Bankhead Middle School and Cordova High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35550 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35550, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35550, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cordova Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35 North St
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7666
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7666
Gr: K-4 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Bankhead Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 School Rd
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7245
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7245
Gr: 5-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Cordova High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
183 School Road
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7404
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7404
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35550, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35550, AL include Cordova Elementary School, Bankhead Middle School and Cordova High School.
How many public schools are located in 35550?
3 public schools are located in 35550.
What is the racial composition of students in 35550?
35550 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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