For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 652 students in 36344, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36344, AL are Geneva County Elementary School and Geneva County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36344 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36344, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36344, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Geneva County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
819 S 6th Ave
Hartford, AL 36344
(334) 588-2923
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:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 West Lily St
Hartford, AL 36344
(334) 588-2943
Hartford, AL 36344
(334) 588-2943
Gr: 6-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36344, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36344, AL include Geneva County Elementary School and Geneva County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36344?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36344.
What is the racial composition of students in 36344?
36344 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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