For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,188 students in 35401, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35401, AL are University Place Elementary School, Martin L King Jr Elementary School and Oakdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35401 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35401, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35401, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Place Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 First Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3664
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3664
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Martin L King Jr Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2430 Martin L King Jr Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3619
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3619
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5001 25th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3626
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3626
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Dinah Washington Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3570
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3570
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #55.
Westlawn Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1715 Martin L King Jr Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3673
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3673
Gr: 6-8 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Stars Academy
Alternative School
3834 21st Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3629
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3629
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35401, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35401, AL include University Place Elementary School, Martin L King Jr Elementary School and Oakdale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35401?
6 public elementary schools are located in 35401.
What is the racial composition of students in 35401?
35401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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