For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,780 students in 35904, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 247 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 35904, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35904, AL are Mitchell Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Walnut Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35904 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35904, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35904, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 Noccalula Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-2711
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-2711
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3156 Tabor Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-7409
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-7409
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Walnut Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3200 Walnut St
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4665
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4665
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Floyd Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Black Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-0836
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-0836
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Sansom Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2210 W Meighan Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4992
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4992
Gr: 6-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Gadsden City High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1917 Black Creek Parkway
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 543-3614
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 543-3614
Gr: 9-12 | 1,361 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35904, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35904, AL include Mitchell Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Walnut Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35904?
6 public schools are located in 35904.
What percentage of students in 35904 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 35904 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35904?
35904 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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