For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,637 students in 36541, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36541, AL are Cora Castlen Elementary School, Breitling Elementary School and Grand Bay Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36541 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36541, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36541, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cora Castlen Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9960 School House Rd
Grand Bay, AL 36541
(251) 865-6733
Grand Bay, AL 36541
(251) 865-6733
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Breitling Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8350 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd
Grand Bay, AL 36541
(251) 865-0900
Grand Bay, AL 36541
(251) 865-0900
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #33.
Grand Bay Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12800 Cunningham Rd
Grand Bay, AL 36541
(251) 865-6511
Grand Bay, AL 36541
(251) 865-6511
Grades: 6-8
| 753 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 36541, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36541, AL include Cora Castlen Elementary School, Breitling Elementary School and Grand Bay Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36541?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36541.
What is the racial composition of students in 36541?
36541 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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