For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 954 students in 36104, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36104, AL are Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet and Nixon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36104 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36104, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36104, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 S Mcdonough St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 269-3870
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 269-3870
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Nixon Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Edgar D Nixon Ave
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 269-3012
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 269-3012
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36104, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36104, AL include Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet and Nixon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36104?
2 public elementary schools are located in 36104.
What is the racial composition of students in 36104?
36104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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