For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 596 students in 36562, AL.
The top ranked public school in 36562, AL is Perdido Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 36562 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36562, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36562, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perdido Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23589 County Road 47
Perdido, AL 36562
(251) 937-8456
Perdido, AL 36562
(251) 937-8456
Gr: PK-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36562, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36562, AL include Perdido Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36562?
1 public schools are located in 36562.
What is the racial composition of students in 36562?
36562 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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