For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,795 students in 36867, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36867, AL are Lakewood Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Westview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36867 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36867, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36867, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24 Explorer Drive
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 732-1173
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 732-1173
Gr: 3-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
706 Idle Hour Dr
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-7097
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-7097
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Ingersoll Dr
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-4507
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-4507
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Phenix City Intermediate School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 S Railroad St
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-8744
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-8744
Gr: 6-7 | 1,057 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Phenix City Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2307 South Railroad Street
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 732-1160
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 732-1160
Gr: PK-5 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
18 Explorer Road
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 664-9955
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 664-9955
Gr: K-2 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Success Academy
Alternative School
1700 17th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-9876
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-9876
Gr: PK-12
36867, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36867, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36867, AL include Lakewood Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Westview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36867?
7 public elementary schools are located in 36867.
What is the racial composition of students in 36867?
36867 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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