For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,993 students in 36522, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 29 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 36522, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36522, AL are Mcdavidjones Elementary School, Lott Middle School and Citronelle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36522 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36522, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36522, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcdavidjones Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16250 Highway 45 South
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-1510
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-1510
Gr: PK-5 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Lott Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17740 Celeste Rd
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-2240
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-2240
Gr: 6-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Citronelle High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Lebaron Ave
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-3444
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-3444
Gr: 9-12 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Citronelle Center For Advanced Technology
Vocational School
19325 Rowe Street
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-3444
Citronelle, AL 36522
(251) 221-3444
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36522, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36522, AL include Mcdavidjones Elementary School, Lott Middle School and Citronelle High School.
How many public schools are located in 36522?
4 public schools are located in 36522.
What percentage of students in 36522 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 36522 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36522?
36522 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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