For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 726 students in 36480, AL.
The top ranked public school in 36480, AL is J U Blacksher School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 36480 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36480, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36480, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J U Blacksher School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15933 Hwy 21 S
Uriah, AL 36480
(251) 862-2130
Uriah, AL 36480
(251) 862-2130
Grades: PK-12
| 726 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36480, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36480, AL include J U Blacksher School.
How many public schools are located in 36480?
1 public schools are located in 36480.
What is the racial composition of students in 36480?
36480 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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