For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 1,943 students in 36360, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 36360, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36360, AL are Harry N Mixon Intermediate School, Joseph W Lisenby Primary School and D A Smith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36360 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36360, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36360, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
349 Sherrill Ln
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4912
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4912
Gr: 1-6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
860 Faust Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4919
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4919
Gr: PK-2 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
D A Smith Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
994 Andrews Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4913
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4913
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Carroll High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
141 Eagle Way
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4915
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4915
Gr: 7-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll High School Career Center
Vocational School
227 Faust Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4949
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4949
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Eagle Academy
Alternative School
401 Martin Street
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
1001us-20
Ozark, AL 36360
(219) 873-2000
Ozark, AL 36360
(219) 873-2000
Gr: PK | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Opportunity Academy
Alternative School
3971 S Hwy 231
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Gr: 7-12
36360, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
406 Ben Street
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4910
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4910
Gr: 5-6 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36360, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36360, AL include Harry N Mixon Intermediate School, Joseph W Lisenby Primary School and D A Smith Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36360?
9 public schools are located in 36360.
What percentage of students in 36360 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 36360 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36360?
36360 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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