Best Schools in Fort Deposit, Alabama
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Fort Deposit by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fort Deposit Elementary School
Elementary · Lowndes County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lowndes County Middle School
Middle · Lowndes County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$75,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$75,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Deposit
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 | Fort Deposit Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Lowndes County Middle School | 5.8 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $24,896
- Median home value
- $75,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Deposit compares
Median household income
$25k
42% of Alabama median
About Schools in Fort Deposit, Alabama
Fort Deposit, Alabama is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Fort Deposit 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 Fort Deposit is Fort Deposit Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Deposit is served by 1 school district: Lowndes County. These districts collectively serve 1,173 students.
Fort Deposit's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $24,896. The poverty rate in the area is 39.4%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 214 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 113 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
Schools in Fort Deposit
Fort Deposit, Alabama · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$24,896
Median Home Value
$75,000
Median Rent
$460/mo
Population
2,358
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
67%
Poverty Rate
39.4%
Community Profile
Fort Deposit has a median household income of $24,896. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $75,000, with a median rent of $460/month. The area has a poverty rate of 39.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Alabama
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fort Deposit, Alabama
How many schools are in Fort Deposit, Alabama?
Fort Deposit has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Deposit, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Deposit is 6.4 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 Fort Deposit, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Fort Deposit on MySchoolScout is Fort Deposit Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Deposit, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Deposit on MySchoolScout is Fort Deposit Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Fort Deposit, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Fort Deposit on MySchoolScout is Lowndes County Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Deposit, Alabama?
Fort Deposit is served by 1 school district: Lowndes County.
What is the education level in Fort Deposit, Alabama?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Fort Deposit have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Deposit, Alabama?
The median household income in Fort Deposit is approximately $24,896 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Deposit, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Deposit is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Deposit, 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.