For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,678 students in 35121, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35121, AL are Oneonta Elementary School, Oneonta Middle School and Appalachian School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35121 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35121, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35121, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oneonta Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Gr: K-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Oneonta Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27605 State Highway 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Gr: 6-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Appalachian School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 County Highway 12
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Allgood Alternative School
Alternative School
45 Community Rd
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Gr: 2-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35121, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35121, AL include Oneonta Elementary School, Oneonta Middle School and Appalachian School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35121?
4 public elementary schools are located in 35121.
What is the racial composition of students in 35121?
35121 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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