For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,092 students in 36870, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 36870, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 36870, AL is Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36870 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36870, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36870, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Dobbs Dr
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 298-3626
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 298-3626
Gr: 9-12 | 1,579 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
2800 Dobbs Drive
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 448-8780
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 448-8780
Gr: 9 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36870, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36870, AL include Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 36870?
2 public schools are located in 36870.
What percentage of students in 36870 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 36870 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36870?
36870 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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