For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,552 students in 35976, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35976, AL are Cherokee Elementary School, Guntersville Middle School and Guntersville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35976 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35976, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35976, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3300 Highway 79 South
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-3908
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-3908
Gr: 3-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Guntersville Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 Sunset Drive
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-5182
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-5182
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Guntersville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14227 Highway 431 South
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-2046
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-2046
Gr: 9-12 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Claysville School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
140 Claysville School Rd
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-4444
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-4444
Gr: PK
Rank: #55.
Brindlee Mountain High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
994 Scant City Road
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 753-2800
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 753-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
1050 Scant City Road
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 753-2532
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 753-2532
Gr: PK-2 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
1800 Lusk Street
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-3364
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-3364
Gr: PK-2 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Marshall Alternative School
Alternative School
140 Claysville School Rd
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-7554
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-7554
Gr: 3-12
35976, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1050 Scant City Road
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 753-2820
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 753-2820
Gr: 6-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Marshall Technical School (Closed 2024)
Vocational School
12312 Us Highway 431 S
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-5629
Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 582-5629
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35976, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35976, AL include Cherokee Elementary School, Guntersville Middle School and Guntersville High School.
How many public schools are located in 35976?
8 public schools are located in 35976.
What is the racial composition of students in 35976?
35976 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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