For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 949 students in 36545, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36545, AL are Jackson Intermediate School and Jackson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36545 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36545, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36545, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Intermediate School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2950 Highway 43
Jackson, AL 36545
(251) 246-1599
Jackson, AL 36545
(251) 246-1599
Gr: 3-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
235 College Ave
Jackson, AL 36545
(251) 246-3597
Jackson, AL 36545
(251) 246-3597
Gr: 6-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
133 Mayton Dr
Jackson, AL 36545
(251) 246-2525
Jackson, AL 36545
(251) 246-2525
Gr: PK-2 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36545, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36545, AL include Jackson Intermediate School and Jackson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36545?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36545.
What is the racial composition of students in 36545?
36545 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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