For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,280 students in 36530, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 129 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 36530, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36530, AL are Elberta Elementary School and Elberta Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36530 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36530, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36530, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elberta Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25820 Highway 98
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 986-5888
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 986-5888
Gr: PK-6 | 998 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Elberta Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13355a Main Street
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 986-8127
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 986-8127
Gr: 7-8 | 282 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
36530, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
13355main Street
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 986-8127
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 986-8127
Gr: 9-12 | 762 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36530, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36530, AL include Elberta Elementary School and Elberta Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36530?
2 public schools are located in 36530.
What percentage of students in 36530 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 36530 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36530?
36530 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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