For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,867 students in Attalla, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in Attalla, AL are Ivalee Elementary School, Duck Springs Elementary School and Attalla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Attalla, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Attalla have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Attalla, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ivalee Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
840 Gallant Rd
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-9781
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-9781
Gr: PK-6 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Duck Springs Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10180 Duck Springs Rd
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-6301
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-6301
Gr: PK-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Attalla Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Cullman Avenue
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-7266
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-7266
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Etowah Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
316 Jones Street
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3236
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3236
Gr: 6-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Etowah High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Case Avenue Se
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8381
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8381
Gr: 9-12 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Career Technical Center
Vocational School
105 Burke Ave Se
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3312
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3312
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
The Etowah County Refocus Center
Alternative School
106 Burke Ave Se
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8431
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8431
Gr: 4-12
Attalla, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Attalla, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Attalla, AL include Ivalee Elementary School, Duck Springs Elementary School and Attalla Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Attalla?
7 public schools are located in Attalla.
What is the racial composition of students in Attalla?
Attalla public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Attalla are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Attalla include: Duck Springs Elementary School vs. Attalla Elementary School, Attalla Elementary School vs. Duck Springs Elementary School
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