For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,069 students in 36853, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36853, AL are Dadeville Elementary School and Dadeville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36853 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36853, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36853, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dadeville Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
670 E Columbus St
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-6811
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-6811
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Dadeville High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
227 Weldon St
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-7848
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-7848
Gr: 6-12 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
36853, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
254 Leach Street
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2846
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2846
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Tallapoosa County Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
254-a Leach Street
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2848
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2848
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36853, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36853, AL include Dadeville Elementary School and Dadeville High School.
How many public schools are located in 36853?
2 public schools are located in 36853.
What is the racial composition of students in 36853?
36853 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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