For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,094 students in 36111, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36111, AL are Bear Exploration Center and Dannelly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36111 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36111, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36111, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bear Exploration Center
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2525 Churchill Dr
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-8014
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-8014
Grades: K-5
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
Dannelly Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3425 Carter Hill Rd
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 269-3657
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 269-3657
Grades: PK-5
| 591 students
36111, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
630 Augusta Ave
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7120
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7120
Grades: PK-5
| 432 students
Floyd Middle School (Closed 2024)
Magnet School
3444 Lebron Rd
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7130
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7130
Grades: 6-8
| 501 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 36111, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36111, AL include Bear Exploration Center and Dannelly Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36111?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36111.
What is the racial composition of students in 36111?
36111 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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