For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,101 students in 36526, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36526, AL are Belforest Elementary School, Daphne East Elementary School and W J Carroll Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36526 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36526, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36526, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belforest Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11364 County Road 64
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 607-5624
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 607-5624
Gr: K-6 | 1,069 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Daphne East Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26651 County Road 13
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-1663
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-1663
Gr: PK-6 | 947 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
W J Carroll Intermediate School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Main St
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-0277
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-0277
Gr: 4-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Daphne Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2307 Main St
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-2424
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-2424
Gr: PK-3 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
36526, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
605 Us Hwy 98
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 972-6862
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 972-6862
Gr: K-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36526, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36526, AL include Belforest Elementary School, Daphne East Elementary School and W J Carroll Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36526?
4 public elementary schools are located in 36526.
What is the racial composition of students in 36526?
36526 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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