For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 904 students in 36320, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36320, AL are Cottonwood Elementary School and Cottonwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 36320 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36320, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36320, AL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
663 Houston St
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Gr: PK-6 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Cottonwood High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
663 Houston St
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Gr: 7-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36320, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36320, AL include Cottonwood Elementary School and Cottonwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 36320?
2 public schools are located in 36320.
What is the racial composition of students in 36320?
36320 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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