Best Schools in Grant, Alabama
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Grant by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School
Elementary · Marshall County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kate D Smith Dar High School
High · Marshall County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kate Duncan Smith Dar Middle
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 Grant for 2026 are Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School (8.0/10), Kate D Smith Dar High School (6.3/10), and Kate Duncan Smith Dar Middle (5.5/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$219,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$219,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grant
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Kate D Smith Dar High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Kate Duncan Smith Dar Middle | 5.5 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $78,750
- Median home value
- $219,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Grant compares
Alabama rank
#64 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$79k
132% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Grant, Alabama
Grant, Alabama is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Grant 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 Grant is Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grant is served by 1 school district: Marshall County. These districts collectively serve 6,040 students.
Grant's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,750. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
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 | 591 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 364 students · 5th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 397 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Grant
Grant, Alabama · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,750
Median Home Value
$219,100
Median Rent
$663/mo
Population
6,546
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Grant has a median household income of $78,750. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $219,100, with a median rent of $663/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Grant, Alabama
How many schools are in Grant, Alabama?
Grant has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grant, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grant is 6.6 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 Grant, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Grant on MySchoolScout is Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grant, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grant on MySchoolScout is Kate D Smith Dar Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Grant, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Grant on MySchoolScout is Kate Duncan Smith Dar Middle with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Grant, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Grant on MySchoolScout is Kate D Smith Dar High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Grant, Alabama?
Grant is served by 1 school district: Marshall County.
What is the education level in Grant, Alabama?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Grant have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grant, Alabama?
The median household income in Grant is approximately $78,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grant, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grant is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grant, 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.