For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,169 students in 36502, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36502, AL are Huxford Elementary School, Rachel Patterson Elementary School and Escambia 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 36502 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36502, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36502, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Huxford Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
637 Huxford Road
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 294-5475
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 294-5475
Grades: K-6
| 267 students
Rank: #22.
Rachel Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1102 W Craig St
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-4860
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-4860
Grades: K-4
| 509 students
Rank: #33.
Escambia County Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1565 Highway 21
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-9105
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-9105
Grades: 5-8
| 393 students
36502, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
501 Beck St
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-4245
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-4245
Grades: 3-4
| 279 students
Pathway At Baldwin (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
23750 Ewing Farm Rd
Atmore, AL 36502
(334) 894-5405
Atmore, AL 36502
(334) 894-5405
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 36502, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36502, AL include Huxford Elementary School, Rachel Patterson Elementary School and Escambia County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36502?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36502.
What is the racial composition of students in 36502?
36502 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.