For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 636 students in 36323, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36323, AL are Elba Elementary School and Elba High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36323 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36323, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36323, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elba Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
145 Tiger Dr
Elba, AL 36323
(334) 897-2814
Elba, AL 36323
(334) 897-2814
Grades: PK-6
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Elba High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
371 Tiger Dr
Elba, AL 36323
(334) 897-2266
Elba, AL 36323
(334) 897-2266
Grades: 7-12
| 241 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Elba Career Academy
Vocational School
371 Tiger Dr
Elba, AL 36323
(334) 897-3000
Elba, AL 36323
(334) 897-3000
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36323, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36323, AL include Elba Elementary School and Elba High School.
How many public schools are located in 36323?
3 public schools are located in 36323.
What is the racial composition of students in 36323?
36323 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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