Best 36875 Alabama Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,291 students in 36875, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36875, AL are Oliver Elementary School and Russell County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36875 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36875, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best 36875, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
77 Longview Street
Seale, AL 36875
(334) 468-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Russell County Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
80 Warrior Way
Seale, AL 36875
(334) 468-5604
Gr: 6-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
91 Poorhouse Rd
Seale, AL 36875
(334) 408-4986
Gr: 5-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36875, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36875, AL include Oliver Elementary School and Russell County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36875?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36875.
What is the racial composition of students in 36875?
36875 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).

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