For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,320 students in 36421, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36421, AL are Straughn Middle School, Straughn Elementary School and Straughn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36421 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36421, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36421, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Straughn Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29324 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-4090
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-4090
Gr: 6-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Straughn Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29324 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Straughn High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29448 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-2511
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36421, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36421, AL include Straughn Middle School, Straughn Elementary School and Straughn High School.
How many public schools are located in 36421?
3 public schools are located in 36421.
What is the racial composition of students in 36421?
36421 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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