For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,055 students in 35805, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35805, AL are Providence Elementary School, Morris Elementary School and Mcdonnell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35805 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35805, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35805, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Providence Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10 Chalkstone Street
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7125
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7125
Gr: PK-5 | 1,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Morris Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4801 Bob Wallace Ave Sw
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7340
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7340
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Mcdonnell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4010 Binderton Pl
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7280
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7280
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Ridgecrest Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3505 Cerro Vista Street Sw
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7380
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7380
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Morris Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4801 Bob Wallace Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7340
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 428-7340
Gr: 6-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35805, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35805, AL include Providence Elementary School, Morris Elementary School and Mcdonnell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35805?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35805.
What is the racial composition of students in 35805?
35805 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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