For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 663 students in 36609, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 36609, AL is Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 36609 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36609, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36609, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
36609, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Drop Back In Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4321 Midmost Drive
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 343-1392
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 343-1392
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36609, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36609, AL include Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36609?
1 public elementary schools are located in 36609.
What is the racial composition of students in 36609?
36609 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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