For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,133 students in 36609, AL (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,528 private students). 46% of all K-12 students in 36609, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36609, AL are Wp Davidson High School and Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36609 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36609, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36609, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wp Davidson High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3900 Pleasant Valley Rd
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 221-3084
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 221-3084
Gr: 9-12 | 1,470 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3956 Cottage Hill Rd
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 221-1240
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 221-1240
Gr: PK-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36609, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36609, AL include Wp Davidson High School and Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36609?
2 public schools are located in 36609.
What percentage of students in 36609 go to public school?
46% of all K-12 students in 36609 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36609?
36609 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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