For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,296 students in 36587, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36587, AL are Tanner Williams Elementary School, J E Turner Elementary School and Wilmer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36587 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36587, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36587, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tanner Williams Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13700 Tanner Williams Rd
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1675
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1675
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
J E Turner Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8361 Lott Road
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1285
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1285
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Wilmer Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7456 Wilmergeorgetown Rd
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1780
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1780
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36587, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36587, AL include Tanner Williams Elementary School, J E Turner Elementary School and Wilmer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36587?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36587.
What is the racial composition of students in 36587?
36587 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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