For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,478 students in 36345, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36345, AL are Headland Elementary School and Headland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36345 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36345, 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 36345, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Headland Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
305 Mitchell St
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7080
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7080
Gr: PK-5 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Headland Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Martin Luther King Dr
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7083
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7083
Gr: 6-9 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
36345, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Headland Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
200 Sparks Street
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 693-0128
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 693-0128
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36345, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36345, AL include Headland Elementary School and Headland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36345?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36345.
What is the racial composition of students in 36345?
36345 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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