For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,875 students in 36107, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 60 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 36107, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36107, AL are Highland Gardens Elementary School, Childrens Center and Highland Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36107 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36107, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36107, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Willena Ave
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3685
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3685
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Childrens Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 N Madison Terrace
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 262-4865
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 262-4865
Gr: K-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Highland Avenue Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2024 Highland Avenue
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3690
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3690
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Capitol Heights Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
116 Federal Dr
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 260-1000
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 260-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Percy Julian High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 Ann St
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3742
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 269-3742
Gr: 9-12 | 1,282 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36107, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36107, AL include Highland Gardens Elementary School, Childrens Center and Highland Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36107?
5 public schools are located in 36107.
What percentage of students in 36107 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 36107 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36107?
36107 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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