For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,327 students in 35761, AL.
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 35761 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35761, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35761, AL Public 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%
Rank: #44.
Buckhorn Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4185 Winchester Road
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3230
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3230
Gr: 7-8 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Buckhorn High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4123 Winchester Rd
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3300
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,295 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35761, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35761, AL include Moores Mill Intermediate School, New Market School and Walnut Grove School.
How many public schools are located in 35761?
5 public schools are located in 35761.
What is the racial composition of students in 35761?
35761 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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