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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Current student
May 24, 2024
i didn’t not like my time at this school nor do i at this moment, thanks.
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Arab High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 24, 2024
Pike Road used to be a decent school, however they now have a superintendent and admin team that no longer measure up to ones from the past. The principal is virtually invisible most school days and... More
Review for
Pike Road High School
Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2024
I have had 3 children go through this school. Many years ago, (2010-2012) my oldest went through and our experience was not good at all. However, that administration and those teachers are no longer... More
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Prattville Elementary School