For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,727 students in 35661, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35661, AL are Mcbride Elementary School and Muscle Shoals Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35661 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35661, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35661, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcbride Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 Avalon Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2610
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2610
Gr: 3-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Muscle Shoals Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Trojan Dr
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2640
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2640
Gr: 6-8 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
714 Elmhurst St
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2620
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2620
Gr: 1-2 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Webster Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2650
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2650
Gr: 1-2 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35661, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35661, AL include Mcbride Elementary School and Muscle Shoals Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35661?
4 public elementary schools are located in 35661.
What is the racial composition of students in 35661?
35661 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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