For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,320 students in 36421, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36421, AL are Straughn Middle School, Straughn Elementary School and Straughn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 36421 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36421, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36421, AL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Straughn Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29324 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-4090
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-4090
Gr: 6-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Straughn Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29324 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Straughn High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29448 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-2511
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36421, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36421, AL include Straughn Middle School, Straughn Elementary School and Straughn High School.
How many public schools are located in 36421?
3 public schools are located in 36421.
What is the racial composition of students in 36421?
36421 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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