For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 468 students in 36040, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36040, AL are Jacksonsteele Elementary School, Hayneville Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36040 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36040, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36040, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonsteele Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
570 Freedom Rd
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 872-0758
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 872-0758
Gr: PK-5 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Hayneville Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 Lafayette St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2184
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2184
Gr: 6-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
141 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7319
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7319
Gr: PK-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Project Success Learning Center
Alternative School
147 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7389
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7389
Gr: 6-12
36040, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
403 Highway 97 S
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2414
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2414
Gr: K-3 | 171 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36040, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36040, AL include Jacksonsteele Elementary School, Hayneville Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36040?
4 public elementary schools are located in 36040.
What is the racial composition of students in 36040?
36040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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