7.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Big Cove, Alabama

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.9/10
Median household income: $125,356
Median home value: $368,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 58%
Avg commute: 26 min
Owner-occupied homes: 91%

How Big Cove compares

Median household income

$125k

210% of Alabama median

About Schools in Big Cove, Alabama

Big Cove, Alabama is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Big Cove perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Big Cove is Goldsmithschiffman Elementary with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Big Cove is served by 1 school district: Huntsville City. These districts collectively serve 23,649 students.

Big Cove's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $125,356. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.

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	GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary 968 students · Pre-K–5th	968	Pre-K–5th	7.9

Schools in Big Cove

Big Cove, Alabama · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$125,356

Median Home Value

$368,300

Median Rent

$2,455/mo

Population

19,505

College Educated

58%

Homeownership

91%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Community Profile

Big Cove has a median household income of $125,356. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $368,300, with a median rent of $2,455/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Alabama
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.9/10

Resources

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School District

Huntsville City

45 schools · 23,649 students

Nearby Cities

Owens Cross Roads (2 schools)

1 mi

Hampton Cove (2 schools)

Huntsville (71 schools)

9 mi

Laceys Spring (1 school)

Meridianville (1 school)

18 mi

Somerville (4 schools)

17 mi

New Market (5 schools)

Guntersville (6 schools)

21 mi

Hazel Green (4 schools)

22 mi

Other Major Cities in Alabama

Top metros statewide by school count.

Birmingham 98 schools Mobile 81 schools Montgomery 72 schools Tuscaloosa 30 schools Decatur 25 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 Big Cove, Alabama

How many schools are in Big Cove, Alabama?

Big Cove has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Big Cove, Alabama?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Big Cove is 7.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Big Cove, Alabama?

The top-ranked school in Big Cove on MySchoolScout is Goldsmithschiffman Elementary with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Big Cove, Alabama?

The top-ranked elementary school in Big Cove on MySchoolScout is Goldsmithschiffman Elementary with a composite score of 7.9/10.

How many school districts serve Big Cove, Alabama?

Big Cove is served by 1 school district: Huntsville City.

What is the education level in Big Cove, Alabama?

According to Census data, 58% of adults in Big Cove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Big Cove, Alabama?

The median household income in Big Cove is approximately $125,356 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Cove, Alabama?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Cove is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Cove, 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.