For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,033 students in 36078, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36078, AL are Tallassee Elementary School and Southside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36078 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36078, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36078, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tallassee Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
850 Friendship Rd
Tallassee, AL 36078
(334) 283-5001
Tallassee, AL 36078
(334) 283-5001
Gr: PK-4 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 E B Payne Sr Dr
Tallassee, AL 36078
(334) 283-2151
Tallassee, AL 36078
(334) 283-2151
Gr: 5-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
36078, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Learning Tree Inc Tallassee (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
100 S Dubois St
Tallassee, AL 36078
(334) 252-0025
Tallassee, AL 36078
(334) 252-0025
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36078, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36078, AL include Tallassee Elementary School and Southside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36078?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36078.
What is the racial composition of students in 36078?
36078 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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