For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,429 students in 35803, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35803, AL are Farley Elementary School, Mountain Gap Elementary School and Weatherly Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35803 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35803, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35803, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2900 Green Cove Rd Sw
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7160
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7160
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Mountain Gap Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 Mountain Gap Road Se
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7360
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7360
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Weatherly Heights Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1307 Cannstatt Drive Se
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7460
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7460
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Mountain Gap Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 Mountain Gap Road Se
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7720
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7720
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13555 Chaney Thompson Rd
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7060
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7060
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Challenger Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13555 Chaney Thompson Rd
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7620
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7620
Gr: 6-9 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35803, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35803, AL include Farley Elementary School, Mountain Gap Elementary School and Weatherly Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35803?
6 public elementary schools are located in 35803.
What is the racial composition of students in 35803?
35803 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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