For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,338 students in 36869, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36869, AL are Ladonia Elementary School, Ridgecrest Elementary School and Meadowlane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36869 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36869, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36869, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ladonia Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9 Woodland Dr
Phenix City, AL 36869
(334) 468-5805
Phenix City, AL 36869
(334) 468-5805
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Ridgecrest Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1806 8th Pl So
Phenix City, AL 36869
(334) 298-3004
Phenix City, AL 36869
(334) 298-3004
Gr: K-5 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Meadowlane Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
709 Meadowlane Dr
Phenix City, AL 36869
(334) 298-2568
Phenix City, AL 36869
(334) 298-2568
Gr: K-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36869, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36869, AL include Ladonia Elementary School, Ridgecrest Elementary School and Meadowlane Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36869?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36869.
What is the racial composition of students in 36869?
36869 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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