For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 1,015 students in 36439, AL.
The top ranked public school in 36439, AL is Excel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 36439 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36439, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36439, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3010 Hwy 136 W
Excel, AL 36439
(251) 765-9146
Excel, AL 36439
(251) 765-9146
Gr: PK-12 | 1,015 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36439, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36439, AL include Excel High School.
How many public schools are located in 36439?
1 public schools are located in 36439.
What is the racial composition of students in 36439?
36439 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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