For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,214 students in 36866, AL (there are , serving 24 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 36866, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36866, AL are Reeltown Elementary School, Reeltown High School and Notasulga High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36866 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36866, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 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 36866, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Reeltown Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3950 Al Hwy 120
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 454-8134
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 454-8134
Grades: PK-5
| 455 students
Rank: #22.
Reeltown High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4090 Al Highway 120
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 257-1670
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 257-1670
Grades: 6-12
| 476 students
Rank: #33.
Notasulga High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Main St
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 724-1240
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 724-1240
Grades: PK-12
| 283 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36866, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36866, AL include Reeltown Elementary School, Reeltown High School and Notasulga High School.
How many public schools are located in 36866?
3 public schools are located in 36866.
What percentage of students in 36866 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 36866 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36866?
36866 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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