For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,762 students in 36542, AL (there are , serving 177 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 36542, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36542, AL are Gulf Shores Elementary School and Gulf Shores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36542 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36542, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36542, AL 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gulf Shores Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 E 3rd St
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Grades: PK-5
| 1,162 students
Rank: #22.
Gulf Shores Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Grades: 6-8
| 600 students
36542, Alabama 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1600 East 3rd St
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Grades: PK-6
| 1,065 students
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Grades: 7-8
| 441 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36542, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36542, AL include Gulf Shores Elementary School and Gulf Shores Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 36542?
2 public schools are located in 36542.
What percentage of students in 36542 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 36542 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36542?
36542 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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