For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,262 students in 36561, AL.
Public schools in zipcode 36561 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36561, AL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: n/an/a
4900 S Wilson Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Gr: PK-6 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
23908 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 967-5306
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 967-5306
Gr: 7-12 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
36561, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4900 Wilson Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Gr: PK-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
23908 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 937-7651
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 937-7651
Gr: 7-12 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in 36561, AL?
2 public schools are located in 36561, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 36561?
36561 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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