Best Schools in Ashville, Alabama
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Ashville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ashville Elementary School
Elementary · St Clair County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Clair County Day Program Inc
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ashville Middle School
Middle · St Clair County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ashville for 2026 are Ashville Elementary School (7.8/10), St Clair County Day Program Inc (7.4/10), and Ashville Middle School (4.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$180,550
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$180,550
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ashville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashville Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | St Clair County Day Program Inc | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Ashville Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Scc Virtual Preparatory Academy | 4.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Ashville High School | 4.0 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $60,495
- Median home value
- $180,550
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ashville compares
Alabama rank
#139 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$60k
101% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Ashville, Alabama
Ashville, Alabama is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Ashville 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 Ashville is Ashville Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ashville is served by 1 school district: St Clair County. These districts collectively serve 9,592 students.
Ashville's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,495. The poverty rate in the area is 17.7%.
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 | 474 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 357 students · 5th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 386 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 | ||
| 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 | St Clair County Day Program Inc
Private
34 students · 7th–12th | 7.4 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 485 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Ashville
Ashville, Alabama · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$60,495
Median Home Value
$180,550
Median Rent
$953/mo
Population
28,911
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Community Profile
Ashville has a median household income of $60,495. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $180,550, with a median rent of $953/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Alabama
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Ashville, Alabama
How many schools are in Ashville, Alabama?
Ashville has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ashville, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ashville is 5.7 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 Ashville, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Ashville on MySchoolScout is Ashville Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ashville, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ashville on MySchoolScout is Ashville Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Ashville, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Ashville on MySchoolScout is Ashville Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Ashville, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Ashville on MySchoolScout is St Clair County Day Program Inc with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Ashville, Alabama?
Ashville is served by 1 school district: St Clair County.
What is the education level in Ashville, Alabama?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Ashville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ashville, Alabama?
The median household income in Ashville is approximately $60,495 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ashville, Alabama?
Yes, Ashville has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Clair County Day Program Inc with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ashville, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ashville is 20.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ashville, 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.