For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 7,442 students in 35614, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35614, AL are Piney Chapel Elementary School and Alabama Connections Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35614 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35614, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35614, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piney Chapel Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20835 Elkton Rd
Athens, AL 35614
(256) 233-6674
Athens, AL 35614
(256) 233-6674
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Alabama Connections Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21465 Al Hwy 99
Athens, AL 35614
(256) 233-6463
Athens, AL 35614
(256) 233-6463
Gr: K-12 | 7,245 students Minority enrollment: 40%
35614, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
21465 Alabama Highway 99
Athens, AL 35614
(256) 290-4605
Athens, AL 35614
(256) 290-4605
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35614, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35614, AL include Piney Chapel Elementary School and Alabama Connections Academy.
How many public schools are located in 35614?
2 public schools are located in 35614.
What is the racial composition of students in 35614?
35614 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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