For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,094 students in 36111, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36111, AL are Bear Exploration Center and Dannelly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36111 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36111, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36111, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Exploration Center
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2525 Churchill Dr
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-8014
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-8014
Gr: K-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Dannelly Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3425 Carter Hill Rd
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 269-3657
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 269-3657
Gr: PK-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
36111, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
630 Augusta Ave
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7120
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7120
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Floyd Middle School (Closed 2024)
Magnet School
3444 Lebron Rd
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7130
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 284-7130
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36111, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36111, AL include Bear Exploration Center and Dannelly Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36111?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36111.
What is the racial composition of students in 36111?
36111 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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