For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,989 students in 36535, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36535, AL are Foley Elementary School, Magnolia School and Florence B Mathis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36535 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36535, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36535, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Foley Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 N Cedar Street
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-8861
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-8861
Gr: PK-6 | 1,022 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Magnolia School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Jaguar Loop
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 965-6200
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 965-6200
Gr: PK-6 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Florence B Mathis Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 9th Ave
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-1244
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-1244
Gr: PK-6 | 1,023 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36535, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36535, AL include Foley Elementary School, Magnolia School and Florence B Mathis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36535?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36535.
What is the racial composition of students in 36535?
36535 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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