For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 891 students in 36726, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 268 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 36726, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36726, AL are J E Hobbs Elementary School, Camden School Of Arts Technology and Wilcox Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36726 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36726, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36726, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J E Hobbs Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
30 Claiborne St
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9310
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9310
Gr: PK-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Camden School Of Arts Technology
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
303 Broad St
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-4514
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-4514
Gr: 7-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Wilcox Central High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1310 T L Threadgill Rd
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9239
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9239
Gr: 9-12 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Wilcox County Alternative School
Alternative School
30 Claiborne Street
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-5074
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-5074
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36726, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36726, AL include J E Hobbs Elementary School, Camden School Of Arts Technology and Wilcox Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 36726?
4 public schools are located in 36726.
What percentage of students in 36726 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 36726 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36726?
36726 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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