For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,168 students in 36207, AL (there are 4 private schools, serving 712 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 36207, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36207, AL are White Plains Elementary School, White Plains Middle School and White Plains High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36207 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36207, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36207, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Plains Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5600 Alabama Hwy 9
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 741-7700
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 741-7700
Gr: PK-4 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
White Plains Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5800 Al Highway 9
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 741-4700
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 741-4700
Gr: 5-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
White Plains High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 White Plains Rd
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 741-7800
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 741-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Golden Springs Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Feary Dr
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 231-5050
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 231-5050
Gr: 1-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Anniston High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Woodstock Ave
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 231-5010
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 231-5010
Gr: 9-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36207, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36207, AL include White Plains Elementary School, White Plains Middle School and White Plains High School.
How many public schools are located in 36207?
5 public schools are located in 36207.
What percentage of students in 36207 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 36207 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36207?
36207 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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