For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,090 students in 36201, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 257 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 36201, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36201, AL are Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Cobb Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36201 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36201, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36201, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Coldwater Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
530 Taylors Chapel Road
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Grades: PK-4
| 398 students
Rank: #22.
Wellborn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Cooper Cir
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Grades: PK-6
| 582 students
Rank: #33.
Cobb Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1325 Cobb Ave
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5030
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5030
Grades: PK-K
| 282 students
Rank: #44.
Wellborn High School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
135 Pinson Rd
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7603
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7603
Grades: 7-12
| 491 students
Rank: #55.
Randolph Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 W 17th St
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5080
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5080
Grades: 1-5
| 337 students
36201, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Constantine Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1200 Johnson Ave
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5040
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5040
Grades: PK-5
| 215 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36201, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36201, AL include Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Cobb Preparatory Academy.
How many public schools are located in 36201?
5 public schools are located in 36201.
What percentage of students in 36201 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 36201 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36201?
36201 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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