For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 497 students in 36862, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36862, AL are Inspire Virtual Academy, Lafayette Eastside Elementary School and John P Powell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36862 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36862, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 49% (majority Black).
Best 36862, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Inspire Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
318 Avc Drive
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Gr: 6-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Ave A Se
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8274
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8274
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
John P Powell Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Ave A Se
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8274
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8274
Gr: 6-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 36862, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36862, AL include Inspire Virtual Academy, Lafayette Eastside Elementary School and John P Powell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36862?
3 public elementary schools are located in 36862.
What is the racial composition of students in 36862?
36862 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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