For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,689 students in 36532, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36532, AL are Fairhope West Elementary School, Fairhope East Elementary School and J Larry Newton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36532 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36532, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36532, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairhope West Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
408 N Section Street
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-8400
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-8400
Gr: PK-6 | 972 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Fairhope East Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2 N Bishop Rd
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-7841
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-7841
Gr: PK-6 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
J Larry Newton School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9761 County Road 32
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 990-3858
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 990-3858
Gr: PK-6 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36532, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36532, AL include Fairhope West Elementary School, Fairhope East Elementary School and J Larry Newton School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36532?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36532.
What is the racial composition of students in 36532?
36532 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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