For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 283 students in York, AL.
The top-ranked public school in York, AL is Sumter Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
York, AL public school have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in York have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in York, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sumter Central High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13878 U S Highway 11
York, AL 36925
(205) 652-1501
York, AL 36925
(205) 652-1501
Gr: 9-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
York, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in York, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in York, AL include Sumter Central High School.
How many public schools are located in York?
1 public schools are located in York.
What is the racial composition of students in York?
York public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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