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Water Quality at Montgomery School District (AL) — Clean Compliance

35 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · 9,660,000 people served · Updated 2026-06-04

Data: EPA SDWIS, NCES Last verified: 2026-06-04

B · 80
Avg Safety Score
35
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
0
Violations (5yr)
0.0053 mg/L
Avg Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk

Why School Water Quality Matters

Children drink 2–4× more water per pound of body weight than adults, making them more vulnerable to contaminants. School water quality affects students for hours every weekday.

Water Quality Overview

The Montgomery School District in Alabama spans 35 ZIP codes served by 5 community water systems, providing water to approximately 9,660,000 people.

The average Home Safety Score across the district is B (80/100) — with the lowest-scoring area at 72/100 .

Water quality in this district ranks better than 75% of ZIP codes nationally.

Why This Matters for Children

Children are more vulnerable to water contaminants than adults. The EPA and CDC identify these key risks:

  • Lead exposure — Even low levels of lead can affect brain development, reduce IQ, and cause behavioral problems in children. There is no safe level of lead for children.
  • PFAS ("forever chemicals") — Linked to immune system effects and developmental delays in children. Children drink more water relative to body weight than adults.
  • Nitrate — Dangerous for infants (can cause "blue baby syndrome"). Agricultural areas often have elevated nitrate.
  • Disinfection byproducts — Long-term exposure may increase cancer risk. School water fountains often have stagnant water that concentrates these compounds.

Lead Levels in the District

Metric Value EPA Threshold
Average lead level (90th percentile) 0.0053 mg/L 0.015 mg/L
Highest lead level 0.0053 mg/L 0.015 mg/L
ZIP codes exceeding EPA action level 0 of 35 —

EPA Violation History

No EPA violations recorded across any water systems serving this school district in the past 5 years.

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate risk)

Water Quality by ZIP Code

ZIP Code City Safety Score Violations Health Lead Level Exceeds?
36101 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36102 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36103 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36104 Montgomery B (77) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36105 Montgomery B (77) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36106 Montgomery B (77) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36107 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36108 Montgomery B (77) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36109 Montgomery B (77) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36110 Montgomery B (77) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36111 Montgomery B (72) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36112 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36113 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36114 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36115 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36116 Montgomery B (72) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36117 Montgomery B (72) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36118 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36119 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36120 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36121 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36123 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36124 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36125 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36130 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36131 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36132 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36133 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36134 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36135 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36140 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36141 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36142 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36177 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No
36191 Montgomery B (82) 0 0 0.00531 mg/L No

What Parents Can Do

  1. Request lead testing at your child's school — The EPA's 3Ts program (Training, Testing, Taking Action) provides guidance for schools. Ask your school board about their water testing schedule.
  2. Review the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your water utility publishes this annually. It details all detected contaminants.
  3. Consider a water filter for your home — NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) filters are certified to remove lead. This is especially important for infant formula preparation.
  4. Pack water from home — If you're concerned about school water quality, send your child with a water bottle filled at home (filtered if possible).
  5. Stay informed — Bookmark this page to check for updates on water quality in your school district.

Need help with school water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water safe in Montgomery School District schools?

Based on EPA data, water systems serving Montgomery School District have no health-based violations in the past 5 years. However, school buildings with older plumbing may still have localized issues. Testing at the tap (not just at the treatment plant) is important.

Does Montgomery School District test for lead in school water?

Federal law does not require schools to test for lead in drinking water (except in some states with specific mandates). The EPA's voluntary 3Ts program encourages testing. Contact your school district office to ask about their testing schedule and results.

What level of lead is safe for children?

There is no safe level of lead for children, according to the CDC. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L (15 ppb) triggers corrective action for water systems, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that school water contain no more than 0.001 mg/L (1 ppb).

Data Sources

Updated daily.

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