Best 36832 Alabama Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,564 students in 36832, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36832, AL are Creekside Elementary School and Drake Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36832 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36832, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).

Best 36832, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1800 Richland Road
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-0070
Gr: 3-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Drake Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
655 N Donahue Dr
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-1940
Gr: 6 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
770 S Yarbrough Farms Boulevar
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-1980
Gr: K-2 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36832, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36832, AL include Creekside Elementary School and Drake Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36832?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36832.
What is the racial composition of students in 36832?
36832 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).

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