For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,105 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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36853, AL Public Schools (2026-27)
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 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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