For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 126 students in 36043, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 302 private students). 29% of all K-12 students in 36043, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 36043, AL is Pintlala Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 36043 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36043, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36043, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pintlala Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 Federal Rd
Hope Hull, AL 36043
(334) 288-9523
Hope Hull, AL 36043
(334) 288-9523
Gr: PK-6 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36043, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36043, AL include Pintlala Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36043?
1 public schools are located in 36043.
What percentage of students in 36043 go to public school?
29% of all K-12 students in 36043 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36043?
36043 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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