For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,207 students in 35406, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 782 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 35406, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35406, AL are Rock Quarry Elementary School, Verner Elementary School and Northridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35406 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35406, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35406, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Quarry Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2000 Rock Quarry Dr
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-8347
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-8347
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Verner Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 Northridge Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3667
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3667
Gr: PK-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3811 Northridge Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3578
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3578
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Northridge High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2901 Northridge Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3590
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3590
Gr: 9-12 | 1,153 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35406, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35406, AL include Rock Quarry Elementary School, Verner Elementary School and Northridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35406?
4 public schools are located in 35406.
What percentage of students in 35406 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 35406 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35406?
35406 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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