For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 542 students in 36604, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,588 private students). 25% of all K-12 students in 36604, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 36604, AL is Leinkauf Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 36604 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36604, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36604, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leinkauf Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Monroe St
Mobile, AL 36604
(251) 221-1495
Mobile, AL 36604
(251) 221-1495
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
36604, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1255 Dauphin Street
Mobile, AL 36604
(251) 441-2100
Mobile, AL 36604
(251) 441-2100
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36604, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36604, AL include Leinkauf Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36604?
1 public schools are located in 36604.
What percentage of students in 36604 go to public school?
25% of all K-12 students in 36604 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36604?
36604 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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