Summary:
Zip code 36467, serving the Opp, Alabama area, includes four public schools—Opp Elementary School, Opp Middle School, Opp High School, and Fleeta School—spanning grades PK-12 across two districts, with a total enrollment of about 1,492 students.
The standout school is Opp Elementary School, which ranks in the 87th percentile statewide and shows exceptional 3rd grade English proficiency (87.91% vs. 64.75% state average). Opp High School also earns a 4-star rating, with a 94.3% graduation rate and strong math and science scores, though its 11th grade English proficiency (28.89%) lags the state average. Opp Middle School shows a concerning drop in math proficiency from elementary levels—5th grade math is just 27.27% proficient compared to 72.53% in 3rd grade. Fleeta School, part of Covington County, serves the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (73.53% free/reduced lunch) and has the lowest student-teacher ratio (12.1:1), yet its rankings remain below the Opp City schools, though it does show strong science scores.
Key takeaways for parents: the Opp City district offers a cohesive PK-12 pathway, but there is a significant achievement cliff between elementary and middle school, particularly in math. Chronic absenteeism rises sharply at Opp High School (19.0% vs. 12.0% state), yet graduation rates remain high. Fleeta School spends more per student ($11,154) than the Opp elementary and middle schools but produces lower test scores, suggesting resources alone don't drive outcomes. Science is a consistent bright spot across all schools, with several grades exceeding state averages. Overall, families should weigh the strong elementary foundation and high school success against the middle school math challenges and the high school English gap when considering school options in this area.
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