For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 292 students in 36908, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 36908, AL is Southern Choctaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 36908 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36908, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36908, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Choctaw Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10935 Highway 17
Gilbertown, AL 36908
(251) 843-2461
Gilbertown, AL 36908
(251) 843-2461
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36908, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36908, AL include Southern Choctaw Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36908?
1 public elementary schools are located in 36908.
What is the racial composition of students in 36908?
36908 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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