Best Schools in Fultondale, Alabama
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Fultondale Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$188,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$188,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fultondale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fultondale Elementary School | 5.6 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $70,159
- Median home value
- $188,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fultondale compares
Median household income
$70k
118% of Alabama median
About Schools in Fultondale, Alabama
Fultondale, Alabama is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Fultondale 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 Fultondale is Fultondale Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fultondale is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County. These districts collectively serve 35,671 students.
Fultondale's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,159. The poverty rate in the area is 15.4%.
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 | 975 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.6 |
Schools in Fultondale
Fultondale, Alabama · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,159
Median Home Value
$188,400
Median Rent
$1,180/mo
Population
8,437
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Community Profile
Fultondale has a median household income of $70,159. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $188,400, with a median rent of $1,180/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.4%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Fultondale, Alabama
How many schools are in Fultondale, Alabama?
Fultondale has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fultondale, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fultondale is 5.6 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 Fultondale, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Fultondale on MySchoolScout is Fultondale Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fultondale, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fultondale on MySchoolScout is Fultondale Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Fultondale, Alabama?
Fultondale is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County.
What is the education level in Fultondale, Alabama?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Fultondale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fultondale, Alabama?
The median household income in Fultondale is approximately $70,159 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fultondale, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fultondale is 18.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fultondale, 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.