For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 439 students in 35481, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35481, AL are Reform Elementary School and Pickens County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35481 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35481, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35481, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reform Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 7th Ave Sw
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-6351
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-6351
Gr: PK-4 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Pickens County High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 4th Ave Se
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-2344
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-2344
Gr: 5-12 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35481, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35481, AL include Reform Elementary School and Pickens County High School.
How many public schools are located in 35481?
2 public schools are located in 35481.
What is the racial composition of students in 35481?
35481 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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