7.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Banks, Alabama

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.6/10

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%

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 measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Banks School 374 students · Pre-K–8th	374	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.

Quick Facts

State: Alabama
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Banks schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Banks 📊 Niche Banks Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Pike County

7 schools · 2,170 students

Nearby Cities

Brundidge (2 schools)

Louisville (1 school)

Union Springs (4 schools)

23 mi

Skipperville (2 schools)

New Brockton (4 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 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, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.