For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 822 students in 36607, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,331 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 36607, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36607, AL are Old Shell Road Magnet School and Phillips Preparatory Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36607 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36607, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36607, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Old Shell Road Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3160 Heather St
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 221-1557
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 221-1557
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Phillips Preparatory Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3255 Old Shell Rd
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 221-2286
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 221-2286
Gr: 6-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Ucp Of Mobile Inc
Alternative School
3058 Dauphin Square Connector
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 479-4900
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 479-4900
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36607, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36607, AL include Old Shell Road Magnet School and Phillips Preparatory Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36607?
3 public schools are located in 36607.
What percentage of students in 36607 go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in 36607 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36607?
36607 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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