For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,564 students in 36832, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36832, AL are Creekside Elementary School, Drake Middle School and Richland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36832 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36832, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36832, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1800 Richland Road
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-0070
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-0070
Grades: 3-5
| 427 students
Rank: #22.
Drake Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
655 N Donahue Dr
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-1940
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-1940
Grades: 6
| 720 students
Rank: #33.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 92% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
770 S Yarbrough Farms Boulevar
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-1980
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 887-1980
Grades: K-2
| 417 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36832, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36832, AL include Creekside Elementary School, Drake Middle School and Richland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36832?
3 public schools are located in 36832.
What is the racial composition of students in 36832?
36832 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
Recent Articles

Sexual Harassment at Age 6: The Tale of a First Grade Suspension
A six-year old in Aurora, Colorado, was suspended after singing an LMFAO song to a little girl in his class and reportedly “shaking his booty.” We look at the case and the sexual harassment problem in public schools today.

How Scaffolding Could Change the Way Your Child Learns
This article explores the concept of instructional scaffolding, a teaching method that enhances learning by breaking down complex tasks into manageable parts. It highlights how scaffolding supports students in developing critical thinking skills and becoming more independent learners. The article discusses the benefits of scaffolding, including improved engagement and reduced anxiety, and provides strategies for its implementation across various educational levels.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.