Best Schools in Grove Hill, Alabama
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Grove Hill?
Use this page to compare every school in Grove Hill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Grove Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Clarke County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clarke Prep School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clarke County High School
High · Clarke County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Grove Hill for 2026 are Grove Hill Elementary School (8.4/10), Clarke Prep School (6.4/10), and Clarke County High School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$130,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$130,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grove Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grove Hill Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Clarke Prep School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Clarke County High School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Wilson Hall Middle School | 4.7 / 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
- Median household income
- $48,849
- Median home value
- $130,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Grove Hill compares
Alabama rank
#84 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$49k
82% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Grove Hill, Alabama
Grove Hill, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Grove 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 Grove Hill is Grove Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grove Hill is served by 1 school district: Clarke County. These districts collectively serve 2,158 students.
Grove Hill's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,849. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
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 | 340 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 218 students · 5th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 252 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clarke Prep School
Private
357 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Grove Hill
Grove Hill, Alabama · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,849
Median Home Value
$130,800
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
4,266
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
74%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Grove Hill has a median household income of $48,849. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $130,800, with a median rent of $782/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Grove Hill, Alabama
How many schools are in Grove Hill, Alabama?
Grove Hill has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grove Hill, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grove Hill 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 Grove Hill, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Grove Hill on MySchoolScout is Grove Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grove Hill, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grove Hill on MySchoolScout is Grove Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Grove Hill, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Grove Hill on MySchoolScout is Wilson Hall Middle School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best high school in Grove Hill, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Grove Hill on MySchoolScout is Clarke County High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Grove Hill, Alabama?
Grove Hill is served by 1 school district: Clarke County.
What is the education level in Grove Hill, Alabama?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Grove Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grove Hill, Alabama?
The median household income in Grove Hill is approximately $48,849 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Grove Hill, Alabama?
Yes, Grove Hill has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Clarke Prep School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grove Hill, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grove Hill is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grove 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.