For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 810 students in 36451, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 406 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 36451, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36451, AL are Grove Hill Elementary School, Wilson Hall Middle School and Clarke County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36451 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36451, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36451, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grove Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
450 West Cobb Street
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2150
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2150
Grades: PK-4
| 340 students
Rank: #22.
Wilson Hall Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 Carter Drive
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2140
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2140
Grades: 5-8
| 218 students
Rank: #33.
Clarke County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
151 S Church
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2107
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2107
Grades: 9-12
| 252 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36451, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36451, AL include Grove Hill Elementary School, Wilson Hall Middle School and Clarke County High School.
How many public schools are located in 36451?
3 public schools are located in 36451.
What percentage of students in 36451 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 36451 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36451?
36451 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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