For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,230 students in 35747, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35747, AL are Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School and Kate Duncan Smith Dar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35747 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35747, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35747, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6077 Main St
Grant, AL 35747
(256) 728-2226
Grant, AL 35747
(256) 728-2226
Gr: PK-4 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Kate Duncan Smith Dar Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6077 Main St
Grant, AL 35747
(256) 728-5950
Grant, AL 35747
(256) 728-5950
Gr: 5-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
6077 Main St
Grant, AL 35747
(256) 857-5145
Grant, AL 35747
(256) 857-5145
Gr: 3-5 | 308 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35747, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35747, AL include Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School and Kate Duncan Smith Dar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35747?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35747.
What is the racial composition of students in 35747?
35747 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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