For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,320 students in 36201, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36201, AL are Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Saks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36201 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36201, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36201, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Coldwater Elementary 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
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
Wellborn Elementary 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
| 579 students
Rank: #33.
Saks Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Mcclellan Blvd
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7400
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7400
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Randolph Park Elementary 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
| 352 students
36201, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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 elementary schools in 36201, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36201, AL include Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Saks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36201?
4 public elementary schools are located in 36201.
What is the racial composition of students in 36201?
36201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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