7.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ariton, Alabama

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.1/10
Median household income: $44,274
Median home value: $126,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 81%

How Ariton compares

Median household income

$44k

74% of Alabama median

About Schools in Ariton, Alabama

Ariton, Alabama is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Ariton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ariton is Ariton School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ariton is served by 1 school district: Dale County. These districts collectively serve 3,313 students.

Ariton's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,274. The poverty rate in the area is 23.3%.

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.

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Other Schools

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#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Ariton School 881 students · Pre-K–12th	881	Pre-K–12th	7.1

Schools in Ariton

Ariton, Alabama · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$44,274

Median Home Value

$126,300

Median Rent

$712/mo

Population

2,688

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Community Profile

Ariton has a median household income of $44,274. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $126,300, with a median rent of $712/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Alabama
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.1/10

Resources

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School District

Dale County

9 schools · 3,313 students

Nearby Cities

Brundidge (2 schools)

10 mi

Ozark (4 schools)

11 mi

Skipperville (2 schools)

10 mi

Louisville (1 school)

Daleville (2 schools)

20 mi

New Brockton (4 schools)

Enterprise (10 schools)

21 mi

Pinckard (1 school)

22 mi

Midland City (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Alabama

Top metros statewide by school count.

Birmingham 98 schools Mobile 81 schools Montgomery 72 schools Huntsville 71 schools Tuscaloosa 30 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Ariton, Alabama

How many schools are in Ariton, Alabama?

Ariton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Ariton, Alabama?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ariton is 7.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Ariton, Alabama?

The top-ranked school in Ariton on MySchoolScout is Ariton School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Ariton, Alabama?

Ariton is served by 1 school district: Dale County.

What is the education level in Ariton, Alabama?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Ariton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ariton, Alabama?

The median household income in Ariton is approximately $44,274 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Ariton, Alabama?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ariton is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ariton, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.