Best 36206 Alabama Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,597 students in 36206, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36206, AL are Saks Elementary School, Saks High School and Anniston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36206 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36206, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best 36206, AL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saks Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
31 Watson
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Saks High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4401 Saks Rd
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-7000
Gr: 7-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Anniston Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4800 Mcclellan Blvd
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 231-5020
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Anniston City Boot Camp School
Alternative School
4804 Mcclellan Blvd
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 231-5100
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Calhoun County Alternative School
Alternative School
32 Watson Street
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-6900
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Academy
32 Watson Street
Anniston, AL 36206
(256) 741-6900
Gr: 6-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 36206, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36206, AL include Saks Elementary School, Saks High School and Anniston Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36206?
6 public schools are located in 36206.
What is the racial composition of students in 36206?
36206 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).

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