Best Schools in Muscle Shoals, Alabama
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Muscle Shoals by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mcbride Elementary School
Elementary · Muscle Shoals City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Muscle Shoals Middle School
Middle · Muscle Shoals City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Muscle Shoals High School
High · Muscle Shoals City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Muscle Shoals for 2026 are Mcbride Elementary School (8.8/10), Muscle Shoals Middle School (7.6/10), and Muscle Shoals High School (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
6
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$189,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$189,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Muscle Shoals
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mcbride Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Muscle Shoals Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Muscle Shoals High School | 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $66,726
- Median home value
- $189,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
83% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Muscle Shoals compares
Alabama rank
#7 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.7
above Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$67k
112% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Muscle Shoals, Alabama
Muscle Shoals, Alabama is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Muscle Shoals perform strongly 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 Muscle Shoals is Webster Elementary School with a composite score of 9.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Muscle Shoals is served by 1 school district: Muscle Shoals City. These districts collectively serve 2,937 students.
Muscle Shoals's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,726. The poverty rate in the area is 13.0%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · 1st–2nd | 9.7 |
| 2 | 226 students · 1st–2nd | 9.6 |
| 3 | 631 students · 3rd–5th | 8.8 |
| 4 | 336 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 638 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 874 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Muscle Shoals
Muscle Shoals, Alabama · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,726
Median Home Value
$189,700
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
18,957
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
13.0%
Community Profile
Muscle Shoals has a median household income of $66,726. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $189,700, with a median rent of $917/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.0%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Alabama
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Muscle Shoals, Alabama
How many schools are in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
Muscle Shoals has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Muscle Shoals is 8.2 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 Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Muscle Shoals on MySchoolScout is Mcbride Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Muscle Shoals on MySchoolScout is Mcbride Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Muscle Shoals on MySchoolScout is Muscle Shoals Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Muscle Shoals on MySchoolScout is Muscle Shoals High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
Muscle Shoals is served by 1 school district: Muscle Shoals City.
What is the education level in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Muscle Shoals have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
The median household income in Muscle Shoals is approximately $66,726 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Muscle Shoals, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Muscle Shoals is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Muscle Shoals, 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.