5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Bear Creek, Alabama

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $23,077
Median home value: $127,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Bear Creek compares

Median household income

$23k

39% of Alabama median

About Schools in Bear Creek, Alabama

Bear Creek, 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 5.8 out of 10, schools in Bear Creek show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Bear Creek is Phillips Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Bear Creek is served by 1 school district: Marion County. These districts collectively serve 3,358 students.

Bear Creek's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $23,077. The poverty rate in the area is 24.2%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Phillips Elementary School 263 students · Pre-K–6th	263	Pre-K–6th	6.7

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Phillips High School 212 students · 7th–12th	212	7th–12th	4.8

Schools in Bear Creek

Bear Creek, Alabama · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$23,077

Median Home Value

$127,600

Median Rent

$640/mo

Population

1,086

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

72%

Poverty Rate

24.2%

Community Profile

Bear Creek has a median household income of $23,077. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $127,600, with a median rent of $640/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Alabama
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School District

Marion County

10 schools · 3,358 students

Nearby Cities

Phil Campbell (3 schools)

6 mi

Haleyville (3 schools)

6 mi

Hackleburg (2 schools)

8 mi

Russellville (7 schools)

Double Springs (3 schools)

Carbon Hill (2 schools)

28 mi

Tuscumbia (8 schools)

29 mi

Town Creek (3 schools)

28 mi

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 Bear Creek, Alabama

How many schools are in Bear Creek, Alabama?

Bear Creek has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Bear Creek, Alabama?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bear Creek is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Bear Creek, Alabama?

The top-ranked school in Bear Creek on MySchoolScout is Phillips Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Bear Creek, Alabama?

The top-ranked elementary school in Bear Creek on MySchoolScout is Phillips Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best high school in Bear Creek, Alabama?

The top-ranked high school in Bear Creek on MySchoolScout is Phillips High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.

How many school districts serve Bear Creek, Alabama?

Bear Creek is served by 1 school district: Marion County.

What is the education level in Bear Creek, Alabama?

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

What is the median income in Bear Creek, Alabama?

The median household income in Bear Creek is approximately $23,077 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Bear Creek, Alabama?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bear Creek is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bear Creek, 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.