For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 646 students in 36609, AL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 36609, AL is Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 36609 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36609, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36609, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3956 Cottage Hill Rd
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 221-1240
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 221-1240
Grades: PK-5
| 646 students
36609, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Drop Back In Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4321 Midmost Drive
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 343-1392
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 343-1392
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 36609, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36609, AL include Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36609?
1 public elementary schools are located in 36609.
What is the racial composition of students in 36609?
36609 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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