For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,307 students in 36266, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36266, AL are Lineville Elementary School, Central Jr High School Of Clay County and Central High School Of Clay County. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36266 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36266, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36266, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lineville Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18 West Main
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 396-1420
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 396-1420
Gr: PK-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Central Jr High School Of Clay County
(Math: 12% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Bob Riley Drive
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 396-1401
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 396-1401
Gr: 7-8 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Central High School Of Clay County
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Bob Riley Drive
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 396-1400
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 396-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
36266, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1001 Taylor Road
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 354-5414
Lineville, AL 36266
(256) 354-5414
Gr: 7-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36266, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36266, AL include Lineville Elementary School, Central Jr High School Of Clay County and Central High School Of Clay County.
How many public schools are located in 36266?
3 public schools are located in 36266.
What is the racial composition of students in 36266?
36266 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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