2,686
Preschools
1,732
Elementary Schools
996
Middle Schools
882
High Schools
1,526
Public District Schools
2,262
Private Schools
3,791
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 | 92 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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
June 12, 2024
They are open to hear your concerns and willing to make changes as well as keeping the child or children attending in consideration with all choices that are being made. Great communication between... More
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Creekside Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 10, 2024
Worst school I have ever dealt with they don't care about your kids they don't reach out when your kids struggle they only time you hear from them is if your child does something they don't like and... More
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Allentown Elementary School
Teacher
June 09, 2024
Challenger is an awesome school lead by two phenomenal people Ms. Joiner and Ms. Warren. They are the dynamic duo that brings creativity and a lot of energy to the school! CES has a positive... More
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Challenger Elementary School