Best Schools in Montgomery, AL — 2026 Rankings
Montgomery, AL has 52 ranked schools. Forest Avenue Elementary School leads with a 8.8/10 rating. See the full 2026 rankings.
Montgomery is one of the largest school markets in Alabama, with 52 schools including 6 charter schools. Our composite scoring system evaluates academic performance, growth, equity, and environment to give parents an objective view of every school in the city.
Montgomery at a Glance
- Total Schools: 52
- Total Students: 27,549
- City Average Score: 4.1/10
- Top School Score: 8.8/10
- Average Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1
- School Types: 31 Elementary, 10 Middle, 9 High, 1 K-12 / Other
- Charter Schools: 6
Top 10 Schools in Montgomery
| Rank | School | Level | Score | Enrollment | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forest Avenue Elementary School | Elementary | 8.8 | 613 | 15.7:1 |
| 2 | Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School | High | 8.8 | 433 | 15.5:1 |
| 3 | Bear Exploration Center | Elementary | 8.0 | 503 | 17.3:1 |
| 4 | Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet | Middle | 8.0 | 507 | 16.9:1 |
| 5 | Blount Elementary School | Elementary | 7.6 | 331 | 15.0:1 |
| 6 | MacMillan International at McKee | Elementary | 7.5 | 383 | 18.2:1 |
| 7 | Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School | High | 7.5 | 573 | 16.4:1 |
| 8 | Booker T Washington Magnet High School | High | 6.5 | 505 | 20.2:1 |
| 9 | Brewbaker Primary School | Elementary | 6.5 | 758 | 16.1:1 |
| 10 | Carver Elementary School | Elementary | 6.0 | 364 | 13.0:1 |
About Forest Avenue Elementary School
Forest Avenue Elementary School leads our Montgomery rankings with a composite score of 8.8 out of 10. The school stands out for strong academics (10.0/10) and a supportive school environment (7.9/10). As a elementary school serving 613 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, it offers a competitive learning environment.
Score Breakdown: How Montgomery’s Top Schools Compare
The gap between the top-ranked and third-ranked school in Montgomery is moderate (0.8 points), suggesting a clear tier of top performers. Our composite score weighs four factors: academic performance (test scores), student growth over time, equity (how well the school serves all student groups), and environment (class size, teacher ratios, and resources).
Beyond the Rankings
A high composite score tells you a school performs well on measurable outcomes, but every family’s priorities are different. Some parents value small class sizes above all else; others prioritize diversity or specialized programs.
Use our methodology page to understand exactly how scores are calculated, and browse individual school profiles for the full picture.
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