For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,974 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 17% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36870, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 36870, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 17% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 1,392 students
Rank: n/an/a
2800 Dobbs Drive
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 448-8780
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 448-8780
Grades: 9
| 582 students
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, AL?
2 public schools are located in 36870, AL.
What percentage of students in 36870, AL go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 36870, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36870, AL?
36870, AL public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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