For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,382 students in 36312, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36312, AL are Ashford Elementary School, Ashford Middle School and Ashford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36312 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36312, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36312, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashford Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Barfield St
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 726-5960
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 726-5960
Grades: PK-5
| 665 students
Rank: #22.
Ashford Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
607 Church St
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Grades: 6-8
| 314 students
Rank: #33.
Ashford High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
607 Church St
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Grades: 9-12
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36312, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36312, AL include Ashford Elementary School, Ashford Middle School and Ashford High School.
How many public schools are located in 36312?
3 public schools are located in 36312.
What is the racial composition of students in 36312?
36312 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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