For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 460 students in 36271, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 36271, AL is Ohatchee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 36271 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36271, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36271, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ohatchee Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
365 J Street
Ohatchee, AL 36271
(256) 741-4800
Ohatchee, AL 36271
(256) 741-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36271, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36271, AL include Ohatchee Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36271?
1 public elementary schools are located in 36271.
What is the racial composition of students in 36271?
36271 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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