For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 443 students in Bayou La Batre, AL.
The top-ranked public school in Bayou La Batre, AL is Peter F Alba Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bayou La Batre, AL public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Bayou La Batre have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bayou La Batre, AL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peter F Alba Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14180 S Wintzell Ave
Bayou La Batre, AL 36509
(251) 824-4134
Bayou La Batre, AL 36509
(251) 824-4134
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bayou La Batre, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Bayou La Batre, AL include Peter F Alba Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bayou La Batre?
1 public schools are located in Bayou La Batre.
What is the racial composition of students in Bayou La Batre?
Bayou La Batre public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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