For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,049 students in Leighton, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Leighton, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Leighton, AL are Hatton Elementary School, Colbert County High School and Leighton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leighton, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Leighton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Leighton, AL (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hatton Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2130 Hatton School Rd
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Grades: PK-6
| 236 students
Rank: #22.
Colbert County High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 High School St
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8214
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8214
Grades: 7-12
| 445 students
Rank: #33.
Leighton Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Old Highway 20
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Grades: PK-6
| 368 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Leighton, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Leighton, AL include Hatton Elementary School, Colbert County High School and Leighton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Leighton, AL?
3 public schools are located in Leighton, AL.
What percentage of students in Leighton, AL go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Leighton, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Leighton, AL?
Leighton, AL public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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