For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,537 students in 36801, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 370 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 36801, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36801, AL are Morris Avenue Intermediate School, Northside School and West Forest Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36801 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 36801, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 36801, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Morris Avenue Intermediate School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8 Morris Ave
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9734
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9734
Grades: 3-5
| 326 students
Rank: #22.
Northside School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 N 5th St
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9731
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9731
Grades: 3-5
| 442 students
Rank: #33.
West Forest Intermediate School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2801 Waverly Pkwy
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9737
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9737
Grades: 3-5
| 345 students
Rank: #44.
Opelika Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1206 Denson Dr
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9726
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9726
Grades: 6-8
| 1,140 students
Rank: #55.
Opelika High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Bulldog Pkwy
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9715
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9715
Grades: 9-12
| 1,492 students
Rank: n/an/a
307 Carver Ave
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9712
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9712
Grades: PK-2
| 395 students
Rank: n/an/a
700 Jeter Ave
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9723
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9723
Grades: PK-2
| 397 students
Rank: n/an/a
Opelika Learning Center
Alternative School
214 Jeter Avenue
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Grades: 6-12
| 0 students
36801, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Brown Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1103 Glenn St
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9709
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9709
Grades: K-12
| 82 students
Lee County Youth Detention Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
1109 Spring Drive
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-6771
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-6771
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36801, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36801, AL include Morris Avenue Intermediate School, Northside School and West Forest Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 36801, AL?
8 public schools are located in 36801, AL.
What percentage of students in 36801, AL go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 36801, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36801, AL?
36801, AL public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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