For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,328 students in 36201, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36201, AL are Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Randolph Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36201 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36201, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36201, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coldwater Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
530 Taylors Chapel Road
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Gr: PK-4 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Wellborn Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Cooper Cir
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Gr: PK-6 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Randolph Park Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 W 17th St
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5080
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5080
Gr: 1-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36201, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36201, AL include Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Randolph Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36201?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36201.
What is the racial composition of students in 36201?
36201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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