For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,683 students in 35967, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35967, AL are Williams Avenue Elementary School, Little Ridge Intermediate School and Fort Payne Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35967 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35967, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35967, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williams Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 Williams Ave Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0626
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0626
Gr: PK | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Little Ridge Intermediate School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 45th St Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0535
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0535
Gr: 3-5 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Fort Payne Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4910 Martin Ave Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-7501
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-7501
Gr: 6-8 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Ruhuma Junior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3371 County Road 81
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3377
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3377
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Fort Payne High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 45th St Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0535
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0535
Gr: 9-12 | 1,106 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative School
Alternative School
155 20th Street Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3711
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3711
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
4111 Williams Ave Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3201
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3201
Gr: K-2 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35967, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35967, AL include Williams Avenue Elementary School, Little Ridge Intermediate School and Fort Payne Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35967?
7 public schools are located in 35967.
What is the racial composition of students in 35967?
35967 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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