For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,397 students in 36312, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36312, AL are Ashford Elementary School, Ashford Middle School and Ashford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36312 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36312, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36312, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashford Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Barfield St
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 726-5960
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 726-5960
Gr: PK-5 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Ashford Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
607 Church St
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Gr: 6-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Ashford High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
607 Church St
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Ashford, AL 36312
(334) 899-5411
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36312, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36312, AL include Ashford Elementary School, Ashford Middle School and Ashford High School.
How many public schools are located in 36312?
3 public schools are located in 36312.
What is the racial composition of students in 36312?
36312 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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