For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,172 students in 36606, AL (there are , serving 277 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 36606, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36606, AL are Eicholdmertz School Of Math And Science, Spencerwestlawn Elementary School and Murphy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36606 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36606, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36606, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eicholdmertz School Of Math And Science
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2815 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1105
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1105
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3071 Ralston Rd
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1705
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1705
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Murphy High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Carlen St
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-3184
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-3184
Gr: 9-12 | 1,255 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Floretta P Carson Visual And Performing Arts Academy
Charter School
3100 Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 289-9437
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 289-9437
36606, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2815 Government Blvd
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1210
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1210
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
261 Rickarby St
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1799
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1799
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36606, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36606, AL include Eicholdmertz School Of Math And Science, Spencerwestlawn Elementary School and Murphy High School.
How many public schools are located in 36606?
4 public schools are located in 36606.
What percentage of students in 36606 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 36606 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36606?
36606 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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