2,689
Preschools
1,735
Elementary Schools
998
Middle Schools
886
High Schools
1,530
Public District Schools
2,264
Private Schools
3,797
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Alabama based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Alabama at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Alabama offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Alabama
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Mobile County School District
53,967 students | MOBILE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 93 schools -
Jefferson County School District
36,246 students | BIRMINGHAM, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 57 schools -
Baldwin County School District
32,267 students | BAY MINETTE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 46 schools -
Montgomery County School District
28,890 students | MONTGOMERY, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 54 schools -
Huntsville City School District
23,993 students | HUNTSVILLE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 42 schools
Reviews From Schools in Alabama
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Parent / Guardian
September 24, 2023
This school as well as the Pelham Board of Education let my child get bullied by not only her peers but her teacher Shelly Powers. Her teacher often called her a brat and a baby (due to her... More
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Pelham Oaks
Parent / Guardian
September 20, 2023
Faith Christian Academy has a dedicated faculty that excels in preparing students. Our initial interaction with Mr. Jones, the headmaster, was positive; he was kind and informative. However, over... More
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Faith Christian School
Parent / Guardian
September 20, 2023
Both of my boys graduated from SCS. They attended SCS from K-3 thru 12 grade. They got a great education and I am most thankful for the teachers who prayed with them and helped them grow in their... More
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Sumiton Christian School