Best Winfield Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,204 students in Winfield, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in Winfield, AL are Winfield Elementary School, Winfield Middle School and Winfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winfield, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Winfield have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Winfield, AL (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winfield Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
601 County Highway 14
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-2305
Gr: PK-4 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Winfield Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
481 Apple Ave
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-6901
Gr: 5-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Winfield High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
232 Pirate Cove
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Winfield, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Winfield, AL include Winfield Elementary School, Winfield Middle School and Winfield High School.
How many public schools are located in Winfield?
3 public schools are located in Winfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Winfield?
Winfield public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).

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