For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 455 students in 36251, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 224 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 36251, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 36251, AL is Ashland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36251 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36251, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36251, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
223 3rd Street Sw
Ashland, AL 36251
(256) 396-1466
Ashland, AL 36251
(256) 396-1466
Gr: K-6 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Clay County Career Development Center
Vocational School
8177 Highway 9
Ashland, AL 36251
(256) 396-1475
Ashland, AL 36251
(256) 396-1475
Gr: 7-12
36251, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36251, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36251, AL include Ashland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36251?
2 public schools are located in 36251.
What percentage of students in 36251 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 36251 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36251?
36251 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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