Best Schools in Bear Creek, Alabama
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bear Creek by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Phillips Elementary School
Elementary · Marion County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Phillips High School
High · Marion County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$127,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$127,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bear Creek
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phillips Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Phillips High School | 4.3 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $23,077
- Median home value
- $127,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
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 5.3 out of 10, schools in Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek is Phillips Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 263 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 212 students · 7th–12th | 4.3 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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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 5.3 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 Bear Creek, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Bear Creek on MySchoolScout is Phillips Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
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 6.2/10.
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 4.3/10.
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 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.