For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 752 students in 36116, AL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 36116, AL are Lead Academy Building A and Lead Academy Building B. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 36116 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Alabama public charter school average of 8%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 27% statewide average). Charter schools in 36116, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public charter school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best 36116, AL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lead Academy Building A
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2897 Eastern Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 451-3127
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 451-3127
Gr: PK-3 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Lead Academy Building B
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2897 Eastern Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 451-3127
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 451-3127
Gr: 4-10 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 36116, AL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 36116, AL include Lead Academy Building A and Lead Academy Building B.
How many public charter schools are located in 36116?
2 public charter schools are located in 36116.
What is the racial composition of students in 36116?
36116 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public charter schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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