Best Schools in Orange Beach, Alabama
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
Choosing a school in Orange Beach?
Use this page to compare every school in Orange Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Orange Beach Elementary School
Elementary · Orange Beach City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Orange Beach Middlehigh School
High · Orange Beach City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$529,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$529,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Orange Beach
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orange Beach Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Orange Beach Middlehigh School | 7.0 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $89,432
- Median home value
- $529,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orange Beach compares
Median household income
$89k
150% of Alabama median
Orange Beach City runs Orange Beach's public schools
2 public schools. Orange Beach City is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Orange Beach is a Orange Beach City school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 7.0 to 8.9 — the spread is inside Orange Beach, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Orange Beach, Alabama
Orange Beach, Alabama is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Orange Beach perform strongly 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 Orange Beach is Orange Beach Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orange Beach is served by 1 school district: Orange Beach City. These districts collectively serve 1,268 students.
Orange Beach's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,432. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 625 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 643 students · 7th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Orange Beach
Orange Beach, Alabama · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$89,432
Median Home Value
$529,100
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
9,275
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Orange Beach has a median household income of $89,432. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $529,100, with a median rent of $1,346/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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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 Orange Beach, Alabama
How many schools are in Orange Beach, Alabama?
Orange Beach has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orange Beach, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orange Beach is 8.0 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 Orange Beach, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Orange Beach on MySchoolScout is Orange Beach Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orange Beach, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orange Beach on MySchoolScout is Orange Beach Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best high school in Orange Beach, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Orange Beach on MySchoolScout is Orange Beach Middlehigh School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Orange Beach, Alabama?
Orange Beach is served by 1 school district: Orange Beach City.
What is the education level in Orange Beach, Alabama?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Orange Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orange Beach, Alabama?
The median household income in Orange Beach is approximately $89,432 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orange Beach, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orange Beach 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 Orange Beach, 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.