Best Schools in Anniston, Alabama
18 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Anniston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Coldwater Elementary School
Elementary · Oxford City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The Childrens Choice
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Anniston for 2026 are Coldwater Elementary School (9.2/10), Sacred Heart Catholic School (8.8/10), and The Childrens Choice (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 18 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
18
13 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$166,050
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
18
13 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$166,050
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 9.2/10 despite 72% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Anniston schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Anniston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (18 of 18). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coldwater Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Sacred Heart Catholic School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | The Childrens Choice | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | White Plains Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Saks Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Wellborn Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Iqra Math and Science Academy | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Wellborn High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | The Donoho School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | White Plains Middle School | 5.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $46,184
- Median home value
- $166,050
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Anniston compares
Alabama rank
#91 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$46k
77% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
18
About Schools in Anniston, Alabama
Anniston, Alabama is home to 18 schools, including 13 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Anniston show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Anniston is Coldwater Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Anniston is served by 3 school districts: Anniston City, Calhoun County, Oxford City. These districts collectively serve 14,029 students.
Anniston's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,184. The poverty rate in the area is 22.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 389 students · Pre-K–4th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 551 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.1 | ||
| 3 | 616 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 | ||
| 4 | 579 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.6 | ||
| 5 | 396 students · 1st–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 6 | 352 students · 1st–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 7 | 287 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 3.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Childrens Choice
Private
38 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 8.5 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 391 students · 5th–8th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 394 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 450 students · 7th–12th | 5.8 |
| 3 | 386 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
| 4 | 480 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sacred Heart Catholic School
Private
115 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.8 |
| 2 | Iqra Math and Science Academy
Private
88 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 |
| 3 | The Donoho School
Private
309 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 97 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Anniston
Anniston, Alabama · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$46,184
Median Home Value
$166,050
Median Rent
$726/mo
Population
48,613
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Community Profile
Anniston has a median household income of $46,184. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,050, with a median rent of $726/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Anniston, Alabama
How many schools are in Anniston, Alabama?
Anniston has 18 schools, including 13 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Anniston, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Anniston is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Anniston, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Anniston on MySchoolScout is Coldwater Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Anniston, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Anniston on MySchoolScout is Coldwater Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Anniston, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Anniston on MySchoolScout is White Plains Middle School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Anniston, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Anniston on MySchoolScout is Wellborn High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Anniston, Alabama?
Anniston is served by 3 school districts: Anniston City, Calhoun County, Oxford City.
What is the education level in Anniston, Alabama?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Anniston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Anniston, Alabama?
The median household income in Anniston is approximately $46,184 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Anniston, Alabama?
Yes, Anniston has 5 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sacred Heart Catholic School with a score of 8.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Anniston, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Anniston is 18.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Anniston, Alabama?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alabama Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.