For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,264 students in 36109, AL (there are , serving 889 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 36109, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36109, AL are Dalraida Elementary School, Flowers Elementary School and Goodwyn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36109 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36109, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36109, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dalraida Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
440 Dalraida Rd
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1007
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1007
Gr: PK-5 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Flowers Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3510 Harrison Rd
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1015
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1015
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Goodwyn Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
209 Perry Hill Rd
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1021
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1021
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Morningview Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2849 Pelzer Ave
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1028
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 260-1028
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
36109, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36109, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36109, AL include Dalraida Elementary School, Flowers Elementary School and Goodwyn Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36109?
4 public schools are located in 36109.
What percentage of students in 36109 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 36109 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36109?
36109 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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