For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 549 students in 36451, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36451, AL are Grove Hill Elementary School and Wilson Hall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36451 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36451, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36451, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grove Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
450 West Cobb Street
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2150
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2150
Gr: PK-4 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Wilson Hall Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 Carter Drive
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2140
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(251) 250-2140
Gr: 5-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36451, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36451, AL include Grove Hill Elementary School and Wilson Hall Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36451?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36451.
What is the racial composition of students in 36451?
36451 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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