For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,389 students in 36854, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 44 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 36854, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36854, AL are Beulah Elementary School, Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School and Fairfax Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36854 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36854, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36854, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beulah Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4747 Lee Road 270
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6021
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6021
Gr: PK-6 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3301 23rd Dr
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 710-2803
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 710-2803
Gr: PK-2 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Fairfax Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
502 Blvd
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-2966
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-2966
Gr: PK-6 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
W F Burns Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
292 Johnson St
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3567
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3567
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Beulah High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4848 Lee Road 270
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Gr: 7-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Valley High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Highway 29
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Gr: 7-12 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36854, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36854, AL include Beulah Elementary School, Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School and Fairfax Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36854?
6 public schools are located in 36854.
What percentage of students in 36854 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 36854 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36854?
36854 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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