2,692
Preschools
1,762
Elementary Schools
1,028
Middle Schools
913
High Schools
1,590
Public District Schools
2,251
Private Schools
3,859
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 ӣƵ 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
51,979 students | MOBILE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 96 schools -
Jefferson County School District
35,951 students | BIRMINGHAM, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 60 schools -
Baldwin County School District
31,517 students | BAY MINETTE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 50 schools -
Montgomery County School District
26,821 students | MONTGOMERY, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 54 schools -
Huntsville City School District
23,776 students | HUNTSVILLE, AL
Grades PK, K-12 | 45 schools
Reviews From Schools in Alabama
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Parent / Guardian
March 23, 2025
I couldn’t be more happy with our experience at Blossomwood. We are grateful for our community school.
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Blossomwood Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 22, 2025
ASFL has been an amazing experience for my two elementary-aged students who attend there and one is on an IEP so she has involvement in the Special Education accommodations. The teachers are caring... More
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Academy For Science & Foreign Language
Parent / Guardian
March 18, 2025
Horrible school and staff!! My son moved from smith station to pcis & the difference in my crazy is honestly sad. He has never struggled with grades or bullying. His life has been threatened numerous... More
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Phenix City Intermediate School