For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 409 students in 36553, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36553, AL are Mcintosh Elementary School and Mcintosh High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36553 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36553, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36553, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcintosh Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8945 Old Hwy 43
Mc Intosh, AL 36553
(251) 944-2481
Mc Intosh, AL 36553
(251) 944-2481
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Mcintosh High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7010 Highway 43
Mc Intosh, AL 36553
(251) 944-2449
Mc Intosh, AL 36553
(251) 944-2449
Gr: 6-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36553, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36553, AL include Mcintosh Elementary School and Mcintosh High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36553?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36553.
What is the racial composition of students in 36553?
36553 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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