For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,670 students in 36206, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36206, AL are Saks Elementary School, Saks High School and Anniston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36206 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36206, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36206, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saks Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
31 Watson
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-6800
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Saks High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Saks Rd
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-7000
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-7000
Gr: 7-12 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Anniston Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Mcclellan Blvd
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 231-5020
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 231-5020
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Anniston City Boot Camp School
Alternative School
4804 Mcclellan Blvd
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 231-5100
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 231-5100
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Calhoun County Alternative School
Alternative School
32 Watson Street
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-6901
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-6901
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
32 Watson Street
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-7400
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-7400
Gr: 6-12 | 210 students Minority enrollment: 25%
36206, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Coosa Valley Youth Ser (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4625 Mcclellan Blvd
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 237-2881
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 237-2881
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36206, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36206, AL include Saks Elementary School, Saks High School and Anniston Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36206?
6 public schools are located in 36206.
What is the racial composition of students in 36206?
36206 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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