Best Schools in Banks, Alabama
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Banks School
Elementary · Pike County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$101,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$101,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Banks
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banks School | 7.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $46,042
- Median home value
- $101,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Banks compares
Median household income
$46k
77% of Alabama median
About Schools in Banks, Alabama
Banks, Alabama is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Banks perform strongly 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 Banks is Banks School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Banks is served by 1 school district: Pike County. These districts collectively serve 2,170 students.
Banks's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,042. The poverty rate in the area is 13.0%.
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 | 374 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 |
Schools in Banks
Banks, Alabama · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,042
Median Home Value
$101,000
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
1,486
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
13.0%
Community Profile
Banks has a median household income of $46,042. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $101,000, with a median rent of $934/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.0%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Banks, Alabama
How many schools are in Banks, Alabama?
Banks has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Banks, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Banks is 7.6 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 Banks, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Banks on MySchoolScout is Banks School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Banks, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Banks on MySchoolScout is Banks School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Banks, Alabama?
Banks is served by 1 school district: Pike County.
What is the education level in Banks, Alabama?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Banks have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Banks, Alabama?
The median household income in Banks is approximately $46,042 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Banks, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Banks is 17.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Banks, 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.