For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,268 students in 36561, AL.
Public schools in zipcode 36561 have a diversity score of 0.19, which is less than the Alabama public school average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36561, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: n/an/a
4900 S Wilson Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Grades: PK-6
| 625 students
Rank: n/an/a
23908 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 967-5306
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 967-5306
Grades: 7-12
| 643 students
36561, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4900 Wilson Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-5662
Grades: PK-6
| 578 students
23908 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 937-7651
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 937-7651
Grades: 7-12
| 541 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in 36561, AL?
2 public schools are located in 36561, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 36561?
36561 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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