For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,331 students in 36420, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 101 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 36420, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36420, AL are Andalusia Elementary School, Pleasant Home School and Andalusia Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36420 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36420, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36420, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Andalusia Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 West Bypass
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1224
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1224
Gr: PK-6 | 1,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Home School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12548 Falco Road
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1315
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1315
Gr: PK-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Andalusia Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
408 4th Avenue
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Gr: 7-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Andalusia High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Third St
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36420, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36420, AL include Andalusia Elementary School, Pleasant Home School and Andalusia Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 36420?
4 public schools are located in 36420.
What percentage of students in 36420 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 36420 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36420?
36420 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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