Grade Trends

Schools near ZIP 35550

6 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Cordova

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Cordova Elementary School
Grades K–4 · Walker County
1.9 mi
45%
+1 vs state
71%
+9 vs state
68%
+18 vs state
9% Average of math, English and science: 67% in 2022-23 → 58% in 2025-26 60% 16% 321 White 87%
Cordova High School
Grades 9–12 · Walker County
2.0 mi
20%
−7 vs state
36%
+2 vs state
31%
−5 vs state
15% Average of math, English and science: 14% in 2022-23 → 29% in 2025-26 52% 11% 451 White 83%
Bankhead Middle School
Grades 5–8 · Walker County
2.1 mi
38%
+6 vs state
70%
+10 vs state
75%
+21 vs state
10% Average of math, English and science: 44% in 2022-23 → 54% in 2025-26 44% — 298 White 90%
Dora High School
Grades 9–12 · Walker County
5.7 mi
7%
−20 vs state
22%
−12 vs state
22%
−14 vs state
4% Average of math, English and science: 13% in 2022-23 → 17% in 2025-26 61% 17% 476 White 86%
Valley Junior High School
Grades PK–8 · Walker County
5.7 mi
28%
−8 vs state
65%
+4 vs state
67%
+15 vs state
5% Average of math, English and science: 41% in 2022-23 → 46% in 2025-26 55% 13% 602 White 68%
Sumiton Middle School
Grades 5–8 · Walker County
5.9 mi
15%
−16 vs state
44%
−16 vs state
32%
−22 vs state
Average of math, English and science: 28% in 2022-23 → 29% in 2025-26 64% 23% 476 White 79%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).