Best Schools in Douglas, Alabama
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Douglas?
Use this page to compare every school in Douglas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Douglas Elementary School
Elementary · Marshall County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Douglas High School
High · Marshall County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Douglas Middle School
Middle · Marshall County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Douglas for 2026 are Douglas Elementary School (6.9/10), Douglas High School (4.7/10), and Douglas Middle School (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Douglas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Douglas Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Douglas High School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Douglas Middle School | 4.4 / 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
- 6.3/10
25% of schools rated 7+
How Douglas compares
Alabama rank
#81 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Alabama avg (6.4)
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Douglas, Alabama
Douglas, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Douglas 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 Douglas is Robert D Sloman Primary with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Douglas is served by 1 school district: Marshall County. These districts collectively serve 6,040 students.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 634 students · Pre-K–2nd | 9.3 |
| 2 | 481 students · 3rd–5th | 6.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 506 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 691 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Douglas
Douglas, Alabama · 4 schools
Schools by Level
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- Alabama
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Douglas, Alabama
How many schools are in Douglas, Alabama?
Douglas has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Douglas, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Douglas is 6.3 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 Douglas, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Douglas Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Douglas, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Douglas Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Douglas, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Douglas Middle School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Douglas, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Douglas High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Douglas, Alabama?
Douglas is served by 1 school district: Marshall County.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Douglas, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Douglas 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 Douglas, 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.