For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,255 students in 36606, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 36606, AL is Murphy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 36606 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36606, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36606 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Murphy High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36606, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murphy High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Carlen St
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-3184
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-3184
Gr: 9-12 | 1,255 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
36606, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2815 Government Blvd
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1210
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1210
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
261 Rickarby St
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1799
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 221-1799
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36606, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36606, AL include Murphy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36606?
1 public high schools are located in 36606.
What is the racial composition of students in 36606?
36606 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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