Summary:
Zip code 36441 is home to just one elementary school, Flomaton Elementary School, a public school serving grades PK through 5 with 388 students in the Escambia County district.
For parents in this area, Flomaton Elementary is a clear standout, consistently outperforming both its district and the state of Alabama in nearly every subject and grade level. While the Escambia County district ranks in the bottom half of Alabama schools (39th percentile), Flomaton Elementary ranks in the top third or better, earning a 4-star rating in the 2024-2025 school year. The school's greatest strength is its exceptional attendance: only 6.8% of students are chronically absent, compared to 26% for the district and 12% statewide. This high engagement likely contributes to strong test scores, particularly in English, where 3rd graders hit 76.4% proficiency versus the state's 64.8%. Science is another bright spot, with 4th graders achieving 64.5% proficiency, well above the state average of 50.2%.
However, there are areas to watch. Math proficiency shows significant year-over-year volatility—3rd grade math dropped from 84.4% in 2024-2025 to 61.8% in 2025-2026. There is also a consistent "3rd grade peak" pattern, where proficiency in both math and English declines noticeably in 4th and 5th grades. For example, 4th grade math proficiency is just 33.3%, far below the 3rd grade level. With about half of students receiving free or reduced lunch, the school serves a diverse economic population, yet still achieves strong results. Per-student spending is $9,375, and the student-teacher ratio is 17.6. Overall, Flomaton Elementary is a high-performing school with a positive culture, but parents should be aware of the math volatility and the drop-off in upper grades as potential areas for extra support.
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