For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,189 students in Vance, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vance, AL are Vance Elementary School and Brookwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vance, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Vance have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Vance, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vance Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18202 Hwy 11 N
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2697
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2697
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Brookwood Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17021 Brookwood Parkway
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2748
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2748
Gr: 6-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Vance, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vance, AL include Vance Elementary School and Brookwood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Vance?
2 public elementary schools are located in Vance.
What is the racial composition of students in Vance?
Vance public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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