For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,047 students in Scottsboro, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 83 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Scottsboro, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Scottsboro, AL are Thurston T Nelson Elementary School, Skyline High School and Caldwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Scottsboro, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Scottsboro have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Scottsboro, AL (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thurston T Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
202 Ida Moody Rd
Scottsboro, AL 35769
(256) 218-2600
Scottsboro, AL 35769
(256) 218-2600
Grades: PK-K
| 269 students
Rank: #22.
Skyline High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
897 County Road 25
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 587-6561
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 587-6561
Grades: PK-12
| 546 students
Rank: #33.
Caldwell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
905 S Market St
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2500
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2500
Grades: 1-3
| 560 students
Rank: #44.
Collins Intermediate School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 Legion Dr
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2700
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2700
Grades: 4-6
| 539 students
Rank: #55.
Scottsboro Junior High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Heroes Drive
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2300
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2300
Grades: 7-8
| 380 students
Rank: #66.
Scottsboro High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25053 John T Reid Pkwy
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2000
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 753 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson County Alternative School
Alternative School
594 County Road 42
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 574-6446
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 574-6446
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Scottsboro, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
305 Bingham St
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2400
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2400
Grades: PK-4
| 298 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Scottsboro, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Scottsboro, AL include Thurston T Nelson Elementary School, Skyline High School and Caldwell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Scottsboro, AL?
7 public schools are located in Scottsboro, AL.
What percentage of students in Scottsboro, AL go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Scottsboro, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Scottsboro, AL?
Scottsboro, AL public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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