For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,610 students in 36804, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36804, AL are Dixie Elementary School, Beauregard Elementary School and Sanford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36804 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36804, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36804, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dixie Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4914 Us Highway 80 W
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 468-5323
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 468-5323
Grades: PK-5
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Beauregard Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Lee Road 431
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6011
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6011
Grades: PK-4
| 801 students
Rank: #33.
Sanford Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Lee Road 11
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6040
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6040
Grades: 5-8
| 545 students
Rank: #44.
Beauregard High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7343 Al Highway 51
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6010
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6010
Grades: 9-12
| 558 students
Rank: n/an/a
2712 Marvyn Pkwy
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 745-9711
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 745-9711
Grades: K-2
| 467 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36804, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36804, AL include Dixie Elementary School, Beauregard Elementary School and Sanford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36804?
5 public schools are located in 36804.
What is the racial composition of students in 36804?
36804 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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