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Best 36040 Alabama Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 633 students in 36040, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36040, AL are Jacksonsteele Elementary School, Hayneville Middle School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36040 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36040, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best 36040, AL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonsteele Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
570 Freedom Rd
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 872-0758
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Hayneville Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
101 Lafayette St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2184
Gr: 6-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
145 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7311
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
141 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7319
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Lowndes County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
147 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2131
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Project Success Learning Center
Alternative School
147 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7389
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 36040, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36040, AL include Jacksonsteele Elementary School, Hayneville Middle School and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 36040?
6 public schools are located in 36040.
What is the racial composition of students in 36040?
36040 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).

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