For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 483 students in 36278, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36278, AL are Wedowee Elementary School and Wedowee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36278 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36278, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36278, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wedowee Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
940 Woodland Ave West
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4588
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4588
Gr: PK-3 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Wedowee Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
896 Woodland Ave W
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4636
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4636
Gr: K-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36278, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36278, AL include Wedowee Elementary School and Wedowee Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36278?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36278.
What is the racial composition of students in 36278?
36278 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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