For the 2025-26 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,320 students in 36701, AL (there are , serving 821 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 36701, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36701, AL are Valley Grande Elementary School, Meadowview Elementary School and The Rbhudson Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36701 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36701, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36701, AL 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Grande Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2765 Dallas County Road 81
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 872-7661
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 872-7661
Gr: PK-6 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Meadowview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1816 Orrville Rd
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1655
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1655
Gr: K-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
The Rbhudson Steam Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Summerfield Rd
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1675
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1675
Gr: 7-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
709 Highland Ave
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1640
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1640
Gr: K-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #55.
Byrd First Class Early Learning Center
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
625 Lapsley St
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1620
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1620
Gr: PK
Rank: #66.
Payne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1529 N Franklin St
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1660
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1660
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #77.
Saints Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2194 Broad Street
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1600
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1600
Gr: 4-12 | 272 students Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Southside High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7975 Us Highway 80 E
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 872-0518
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 872-0518
Gr: 9-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Bruce K Craig Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Building 108 Craig Ind Park
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 875-7937
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 875-7937
Gr: 3-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Selma High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2180 Broad St
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1683
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1683
Gr: 9-12 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #1111.
Tipton Durant Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Tipton St
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 872-8080
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 872-8080
Gr: 6-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Dallas County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
1306 Roosevelt Ave
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 267-0788
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 267-0788
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
3104 Old Montgomery Hwy
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-9566
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-9566
Gr: PK-2 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
36701, Alabama 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1101 Woodrow Ave
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1625
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1625
Gr: PK-5 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1002 Mabry St
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1650
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 874-1650
Gr: K-5 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36701, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36701, AL include Valley Grande Elementary School, Meadowview Elementary School and The Rbhudson Steam Academy.
How many public schools are located in 36701?
13 public schools are located in 36701.
What percentage of students in 36701 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 36701 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36701?
36701 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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