Best 36344 Alabama Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 886 students in 36344, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36344, AL are Geneva County Elementary School, Geneva County Middle School and Geneva County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36344 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36344, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best 36344, AL Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Geneva County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
819 S 6th Ave
Hartford, AL 36344
(334) 588-2923
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Geneva County Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
301 West Lily St
Hartford, AL 36344
(334) 588-2943
Gr: 6-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Geneva County High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
301 Lily St
Hartford, AL 36344
(334) 588-2943
Gr: 9-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 36344, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36344, AL include Geneva County Elementary School, Geneva County Middle School and Geneva County High School.
How many public schools are located in 36344?
3 public schools are located in 36344.
What is the racial composition of students in 36344?
36344 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).

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