For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 710 students in 36477, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36477, AL are Samson Elementary School, Samson Middle School and Samson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36477 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36477, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36477, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Samson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
823 North State Hwy 87
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-7439
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-7439
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Samson Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
209 N Broad St
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Gr: 6-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Samson High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
209 N Broad St
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Gr: 9-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36477, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36477, AL include Samson Elementary School, Samson Middle School and Samson High School.
How many public schools are located in 36477?
3 public schools are located in 36477.
What is the racial composition of students in 36477?
36477 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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