2,687
Preschools
1,732
Elementary Schools
996
Middle Schools
883
High Schools
1,527
Public District Schools
2,262
Private Schools
3,792
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
52,460 students | MOBILE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 93 schools -
Jefferson County School District
35,336 students | BIRMINGHAM, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 57 schools -
Baldwin County School District
30,210 students | BAY MINETTE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 46 schools -
Montgomery County School District
27,399 students | MONTGOMERY, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 54 schools -
Huntsville City School District
23,514 students | HUNTSVILLE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 42 schools
Reviews From Schools in Alabama
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Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
As a military family, we move frequently and have had a lot of experience with many schools. Holy Spirit has been a place we truly feel at 'home" and where we feel the curriculum and community meet... More
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Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School
Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
The teachers are great for the most part. They seem to care and do a good job teaching. The teachers are fast to reply to text messaging. I had an unfortunate incident. My family is multi-racial and a... More
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Pelham Oaks
Parent / Guardian
April 24, 2024
This is a very dangerous school. A student advised me that is it normal for students to bring guns to school here daily. The security cameras outside do not work. Do not allow you child to attend.
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Theodore High School