For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 390 students in Altoona, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 37 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Altoona, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Altoona, AL is West End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altoona, AL public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Altoona have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Altoona, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West End Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6795 Highway 132
Altoona, AL 35952
(256) 622-1085
Altoona, AL 35952
(256) 622-1085
Gr: PK-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Altoona, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Altoona, AL include West End Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Altoona?
1 public schools are located in Altoona.
What percentage of students in Altoona go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Altoona are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Altoona?
Altoona public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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