For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 737 students in 36477, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 36477, AL are Samson Elementary School, Samson Middle School and Samson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36477 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36477, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36477, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Samson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
823 North State Hwy 87
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-7439
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-7439
Grades: PK-5
| 379 students
Rank: #22.
Samson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
209 N Broad St
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Grades: 6-8
| 169 students
Rank: #33.
Samson High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
209 N Broad St
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Samson, AL 36477
(334) 898-2371
Grades: 9-12
| 189 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36477, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36477, AL include Samson Elementary School, Samson Middle School and Samson High School.
How many public schools are located in 36477?
3 public schools are located in 36477.
What is the racial composition of students in 36477?
36477 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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