For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,859 students in 36107, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 39 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 36107, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36107, AL are Highland Gardens Elementary School, Childrens Center and Highland Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36107 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36107, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36107, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Willena Ave
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3685
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3685
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Childrens Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 N Madison Terrace
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 262-4865
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 262-4865
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Highland Avenue Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2024 Highland Avenue
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3690
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3690
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Capitol Heights Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
116 Federal Dr
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 260-1000
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 260-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Percy Julian High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 Ann St
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3742
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3742
Gr: 9-12 | 1,260 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
36107, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brantwood Childrens Home (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1309 Upper Wetumpka Rd
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 265-0784
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 265-0784
Davis Learning Center-beep (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
309 N California St
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3676
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3676
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36107, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36107, AL include Highland Gardens Elementary School, Childrens Center and Highland Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36107?
5 public schools are located in 36107.
What percentage of students in 36107 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 36107 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36107?
36107 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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