6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Smiths Station, Alabama

7 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 6

Private: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Estimated Scores: 14%

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The top-rated schools in Smiths Station for 2026 are South Smiths Station Elementary School (9.2/10), West Smiths Station Elementary School (8.9/10), and East Smiths Station Elementary School (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Smiths Station

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	South Smiths Station Elementary School	9.2 / 10	Elementary	—	95th
2	West Smiths Station Elementary School	8.9 / 10	Elementary	—	91th
3	East Smiths Station Elementary School	8.5 / 10	Elementary	—	85th
4	Smiths Station Junior High School	5.6 / 10	Middle	—	34th
5	Glenwood School	5.0 / 10	Other	—	15th
6	Smiths Station High School	3.9 / 10	High	—	9th

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At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.5/10
Median household income: $68,555
Median home value: $195,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Avg commute: 26 min
Owner-occupied homes: 80%

How Smiths Station compares

Alabama rank

#69 of 179

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Alabama avg (6.4)

Median household income

$69k

115% of Alabama median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Smiths Station, Alabama

Smiths Station, Alabama is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station is South Smiths Station Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Smiths Station is served by 1 school district: Lee County. These districts collectively serve 9,141 students.

Smiths Station's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,555. The poverty rate in the area is 12.8%.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	South Smiths Station Elementary School 659 students · Pre-K–6th	659	Pre-K–6th	9.2
2	West Smiths Station Elementary School 824 students · Pre-K–6th	824	Pre-K–6th	8.9
3	East Smiths Station Elementary School 792 students · Pre-K–6th	792	Pre-K–6th	8.5

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Smiths Station Junior High School 921 students · 7th–8th	921	7th–8th	5.6

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Smiths Station High School 1,222 students · 10th–12th	1,222	10th–12th	3.9

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Smith Station Freshman Center 464 students · 9th–9th	464	9th–9th	4.5
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Glenwood School Private 627 students · Pre-K–12th	627	Pre-K–12th	5.0

Schools in Smiths Station

Smiths Station, Alabama · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,555

Median Home Value

$195,800

Median Rent

$1,072/mo

Population

12,878

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Community Profile

Smiths Station has a median household income of $68,555. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $195,800, with a median rent of $1,072/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Alabama
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 1
Other: 2

Resources

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School District

Lee County

14 schools · 9,141 students

Nearby Cities

Phenix City (15 schools)

5 mi

Salem (1 school)

9 mi

Fort Mitchell (1 school)

13 mi

Ft. Mitchell (1 school)

Lafayette (5 schools)

30 mi

Loachapoka (2 schools)

29 mi

Other Major Cities in Alabama

Top metros statewide by school count.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Smiths Station, Alabama

How many schools are in Smiths Station, Alabama?

Smiths Station has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Smiths Station, Alabama?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Smiths Station is 6.5 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 Smiths Station, Alabama?

The top-ranked school in Smiths Station on MySchoolScout is South Smiths Station Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Smiths Station, Alabama?

The top-ranked elementary school in Smiths Station on MySchoolScout is South Smiths Station Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Smiths Station, Alabama?

The top-ranked middle school in Smiths Station on MySchoolScout is Smiths Station Junior High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Smiths Station, Alabama?

The top-ranked high school in Smiths Station on MySchoolScout is Smiths Station High School with a composite score of 3.9/10.

How many school districts serve Smiths Station, Alabama?

Smiths Station is served by 1 school district: Lee County.

What is the education level in Smiths Station, Alabama?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Smiths Station have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Smiths Station, Alabama?

The median household income in Smiths Station is approximately $68,555 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Smiths Station, Alabama?

Yes, Smiths Station has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Glenwood School with a score of 5.0/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Smiths Station, Alabama?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Smiths Station is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Smiths Station, 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.