For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,276 students in Wilmer, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in Wilmer, AL are Tanner Williams Elementary School, J E Turner Elementary School and Wilmer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wilmer, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Wilmer have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Wilmer, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tanner Williams Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13700 Tanner Williams Rd
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1675
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1675
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
J E Turner Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8361 Lott Road
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1285
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1285
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Wilmer Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7456 Wilmergeorgetown Rd
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1780
Wilmer, AL 36587
(251) 221-1780
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wilmer, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Wilmer, AL include Tanner Williams Elementary School, J E Turner Elementary School and Wilmer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wilmer?
3 public schools are located in Wilmer.
What is the racial composition of students in Wilmer?
Wilmer public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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