For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,324 students in 35761, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35761, AL are Moores Mill Intermediate School, New Market School and Walnut Grove School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35761 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35761, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35761, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moores Mill Intermediate School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1210 Walker Lane
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-4700
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-4700
Gr: 3-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
New Market School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 College St
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3250
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3250
Gr: PK-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Walnut Grove School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1961 Joe Quick Rd
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-4690
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-4690
Gr: PK-6 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35761, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35761, AL include Moores Mill Intermediate School, New Market School and Walnut Grove School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35761?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35761.
What is the racial composition of students in 35761?
35761 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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