For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 776 students in 36049, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 208 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 36049, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 36049, AL is Luverne High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36049 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36049, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36049, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luverne High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
194 First Ave
Luverne, AL 36049
(334) 335-3331
Luverne, AL 36049
(334) 335-3331
Gr: PK-12 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Crenshaw County Career Academy
Vocational School
183 Votec Dr
Luverne, AL 36049
(334) 335-6519
Luverne, AL 36049
(334) 335-6519
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36049, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36049, AL include Luverne High School.
How many public schools are located in 36049?
2 public schools are located in 36049.
What percentage of students in 36049 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 36049 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36049?
36049 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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