Best Schools in New Market, Alabama
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in New Market?
Use this page to compare every school in New Market by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Walnut Grove School
Elementary · Madison County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Buckhorn Middle School
Middle · Madison County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Moores Mill Intermediate School
Elementary · Madison County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in New Market for 2026 are Walnut Grove School (6.8/10), Buckhorn Middle School (6.2/10), and Moores Mill Intermediate School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$215,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$215,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in New Market
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walnut Grove School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Buckhorn Middle School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Moores Mill Intermediate School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | New Market School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Buckhorn High School | 5.4 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $82,321
- Median home value
- $215,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Market compares
Alabama rank
#121 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Alabama avg (6.3)
Median household income
$82k
138% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
5
Madison County runs New Market's public schools
5 public schools. Madison County is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in New Market is a Madison County school (5 of 5).
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 6.8 — the spread is inside New Market, not a citywide average.
About Schools in New Market, Alabama
New Market, Alabama is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in New Market show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in New Market is Walnut Grove School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Market is served by 1 school district: Madison County. These districts collectively serve 20,639 students.
New Market's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,321. The poverty rate in the area is 9.5%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 621 students · 3rd–5th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 428 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 708 students · 7th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,295 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in New Market
New Market, Alabama · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,321
Median Home Value
$215,300
Median Rent
$975/mo
Population
14,124
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Community Profile
New Market has a median household income of $82,321. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,300, with a median rent of $975/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in New Market, Alabama
How many schools are in New Market, Alabama?
New Market has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Market, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Market is 5.9 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 New Market, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in New Market on MySchoolScout is Walnut Grove School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Market, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Market on MySchoolScout is Walnut Grove School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in New Market, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in New Market on MySchoolScout is Buckhorn Middle School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in New Market, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in New Market on MySchoolScout is Buckhorn High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve New Market, Alabama?
New Market is served by 1 school district: Madison County.
What is the education level in New Market, Alabama?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in New Market have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Market, Alabama?
The median household income in New Market is approximately $82,321 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Market, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Market is 18.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Market, 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.