For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,920 students in 36345, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 36345, AL are Headland Elementary School, Headland Middle School and Headland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36345 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36345, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36345, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Headland Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
305 Mitchell St
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7080
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7080
Gr: PK-5 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Headland Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Martin Luther King Dr
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7083
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7083
Gr: 6-9 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Headland High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8 Sporman St
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7086
Headland, AL 36345
(334) 585-7086
Gr: 10-12 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36345, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36345, AL include Headland Elementary School, Headland Middle School and Headland High School.
How many public schools are located in 36345?
3 public schools are located in 36345.
What is the racial composition of students in 36345?
36345 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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