For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,987 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 50% (majority Black).
Best 36522, AL Public Schools (2026)
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 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 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 50% (majority Black).
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