For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 568 students in 36782, AL.
The top ranked public school in 36782, AL is Sweet Water High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 36782 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36782, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36782, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sweet Water High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
440 Main Street
Sweet Water, AL 36782
(334) 994-4263
Sweet Water, AL 36782
(334) 994-4263
Gr: PK-12 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36782, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36782, AL include Sweet Water High School.
How many public schools are located in 36782?
1 public schools are located in 36782.
What is the racial composition of students in 36782?
36782 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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