Best Schools in Ardmore, Alabama
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Cedar Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Limestone County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ardmore High School
High · Limestone County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$199,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$199,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ardmore
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cedar Hill Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Ardmore High School | 4.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $62,463
- Median home value
- $199,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ardmore compares
Median household income
$62k
105% of Alabama median
About Schools in Ardmore, Alabama
Ardmore, Alabama is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Ardmore 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 Ardmore is Cedar Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ardmore is served by 1 school district: Limestone County. These districts collectively serve 15,893 students.
Ardmore's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,463. The poverty rate in the area is 11.2%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 549 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 978 students · 6th–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Ardmore
Ardmore, Alabama · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,463
Median Home Value
$199,900
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
5,056
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Community Profile
Ardmore has a median household income of $62,463. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,900, with a median rent of $782/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Alabama
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ardmore, Alabama
How many schools are in Ardmore, Alabama?
Ardmore has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ardmore, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ardmore is 6.3 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 Ardmore, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Ardmore on MySchoolScout is Cedar Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ardmore, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ardmore on MySchoolScout is Cedar Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Ardmore, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Ardmore on MySchoolScout is Ardmore High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Ardmore, Alabama?
Ardmore is served by 1 school district: Limestone County.
What is the education level in Ardmore, Alabama?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Ardmore have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ardmore, Alabama?
The median household income in Ardmore is approximately $62,463 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ardmore, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ardmore is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ardmore, 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.