For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,757 students in 35901, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35901, AL are Eura Brown Elementary School, Gaston Elementary School and Gadsden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35901 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35901, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35901, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eura Brown Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1231 Alcott Rd
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0011
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0011
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Gaston Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4550 Us Highway 411
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Gadsden Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
612 Tracy St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-6341
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-6341
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
W E Striplin Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Cleveland Ave
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-8616
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-8616
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Thompson Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
236 Goldenrod Ave
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-7011
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-7011
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Etowah County Special Education Learning Center
Special Education School
401 Broad Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Gadsden City Alternative School
Alternative School
607 S 12th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gr: 6-12
35901, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2000 S 11th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Gr: K-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35901, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35901, AL include Eura Brown Elementary School, Gaston Elementary School and Gadsden Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35901?
7 public elementary schools are located in 35901.
What is the racial composition of students in 35901?
35901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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