For the 2025-26 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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36869, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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: PK-5 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
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: PK-5 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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