For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,550 students in 36108, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 64 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 36108, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36108, AL are Carver Elementary School, Catoma Elementary School and Morris Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36108 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36108, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36108, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carver Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3100 Mobile Dr
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 269-3625
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 269-3625
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Catoma Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1780 Mitchell Young Rd
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 288-5799
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 288-5799
Gr: K-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Morris Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Hill St
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 223-6920
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 223-6920
Gr: K-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
King Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4655 Gateway Dr
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 284-8080
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 284-8080
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Mcintyre Comprehensive Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Hugh Street
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 223-7885
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 223-7885
Gr: 6-12 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Southlawn Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5225 Patricia Ln
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 284-8028
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 284-8028
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Carver Senior High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 W Fairview Ave
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 269-3636
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 269-3636
Gr: 9-12 | 1,553 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Southlawn Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5333 Mobile Hwy
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 284-8086
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 284-8086
Gr: 6-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Life Academy At Historic St Jude Educational Institute
Charter School
2080 W Fairview Ave
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 315-0106
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 315-0106
Gr: K-7 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 36108, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 36108, AL include Carver Elementary School, Catoma Elementary School and Morris Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36108?
9 public schools are located in 36108.
What percentage of students in 36108 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 36108 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36108?
36108 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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