2,687
Preschools
1,733
Elementary Schools
998
Middle Schools
886
High Schools
1,530
Public District Schools
2,262
Private Schools
3,795
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
March 26, 2024
Little feedback from the school over the course of the year, just the occasional rushed sentence during the pickup line. Tuition is paid in advance for the year, and when my son was expelled with one... More
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Saint John Catholic Montessori School
Parent / Guardian
March 25, 2024
Principle, teachers, and staff put in incredible effort to know and care for each and every student. School is incredibly safe and the policeman on staff makes personal connections with the kids.... More
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Laceys Spring Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 25, 2024
Office needs some attention and a spark of happiness.
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Taylorville Primary School