For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,984 students in 35630, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35630, AL are Weeden Elementary School, Hibbett Elementary School and Harlan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35630 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35630, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35630, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weeden Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Baldwin Street
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2900
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2900
Gr: K-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Hibbett Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Appleby Blvd
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2800
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2800
Gr: K-6 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Harlan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2233 Mcburney Dr
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2700
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2700
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Florence Learning Center
Alternative School
610 W College St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
300 Rogers Lane
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 757-3106
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 757-3106
Gr: PK-6 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35630, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35630, AL include Weeden Elementary School, Hibbett Elementary School and Harlan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35630?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35630.
What is the racial composition of students in 35630?
35630 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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