For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,199 students in 36866, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 36866, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36866, AL are Reeltown Elementary School, Reeltown High School and Notasulga High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36866 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36866, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36866, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reeltown Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3950 Al Hwy 120
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 454-8134
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 454-8134
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Reeltown High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4090 Al Highway 120
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 257-1670
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 257-1670
Gr: 6-12 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Notasulga High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Main St
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 724-1240
Notasulga, AL 36866
(334) 724-1240
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36866, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36866, AL include Reeltown Elementary School, Reeltown High School and Notasulga High School.
How many public schools are located in 36866?
3 public schools are located in 36866.
What percentage of students in 36866 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 36866 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36866?
36866 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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