Best Schools in Carbon Hill, Alabama
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School
Elementary · Walker County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carbon Hill High School
High · Walker County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$58,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$58,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carbon Hill
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 | Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Carbon Hill High School | 4.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $41,429
- Median home value
- $58,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carbon Hill compares
Median household income
$41k
69% of Alabama median
About Schools in Carbon Hill, Alabama
Carbon Hill, 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 6.1 out of 10, schools in Carbon Hill 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 Carbon Hill is Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carbon Hill is served by 1 school district: Walker County. These districts collectively serve 7,146 students.
Carbon Hill's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,429. The poverty rate in the area is 27.5%.
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 | 490 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 351 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Carbon Hill
Carbon Hill, Alabama · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$41,429
Median Home Value
$58,100
Median Rent
$433/mo
Population
3,018
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
27.5%
Community Profile
Carbon Hill has a median household income of $41,429. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $58,100, with a median rent of $433/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Carbon Hill, Alabama
How many schools are in Carbon Hill, Alabama?
Carbon Hill has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carbon Hill, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carbon Hill is 6.1 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 Carbon Hill, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Carbon Hill on MySchoolScout is Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carbon Hill, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carbon Hill on MySchoolScout is Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Carbon Hill, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Carbon Hill on MySchoolScout is Carbon Hill High School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Carbon Hill, Alabama?
Carbon Hill is served by 1 school district: Walker County.
What is the education level in Carbon Hill, Alabama?
According to Census data, 7% of adults in Carbon Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carbon Hill, Alabama?
The median household income in Carbon Hill is approximately $41,429 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carbon Hill, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carbon Hill is 18.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carbon Hill, 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.