For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,919 students in 35055, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35055, AL are East Elementary School, West Elementary School and Welti Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35055 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35055, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35055, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
608 4th Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2232
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2232
Gr: 2-6 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
West Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
303 Rosemont Ave Sw
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4271
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4271
Gr: 2-6 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Welti Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8545 County Road 747
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4956
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4956
Gr: PK-5 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
900 Hoehn Drive Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 775-0234
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 775-0234
Gr: PK-1 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Cullman Community Comprehensive Learning Center
Alternative School
301 1st Street Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2233
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2233
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35055, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35055, AL include East Elementary School, West Elementary School and Welti Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35055?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35055.
What is the racial composition of students in 35055?
35055 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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