For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,041 students in Ozark, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Ozark, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Ozark, AL are Harry N Mixon Intermediate School, Joseph W Lisenby Primary School and D A Smith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ozark, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Ozark have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ozark, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
349 Sherrill Ln
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4912
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4912
Grades: 3-5
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
860 Faust Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4919
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4919
Grades: PK-2
| 527 students
Rank: #33.
D A Smith Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
994 Andrews Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4913
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4913
Grades: 6-8
| 434 students
Rank: #44.
Carroll High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
141 Eagle Way
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4915
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4915
Grades: 9-12
| 673 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bridge Academy
Vocational School
3971 S Hwy 231
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-2355
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-2355
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll High School Career Center
Vocational School
227 Faust Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4949
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4949
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Eagle Academy
Alternative School
401 Martin Street
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1001us-20
Ozark, AL 36360
(219) 873-2000
Ozark, AL 36360
(219) 873-2000
Grades: PK
| 12 students
Rank: n/an/a
Opportunity Academy
Alternative School
1044 Andrews Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Ozark, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
406 Ben Street
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4910
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4910
Grades: 5-6
| 399 students
271 Willa Circle
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4911
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4911
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ozark, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Ozark, AL include Harry N Mixon Intermediate School, Joseph W Lisenby Primary School and D A Smith Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ozark?
9 public schools are located in Ozark.
What percentage of students in Ozark go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Ozark are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ozark?
Ozark public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Ozark are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ozark include: Joseph W Lisenby Primary School vs. Harry N Mixon Intermediate School, Harry N Mixon Intermediate School vs. Joseph W Lisenby Primary School
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