Best Schools in Spanish Fort, Alabama
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Spanish Fort by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Spanish Fort Elementary School
Elementary · Baldwin County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rockwell Elementary School
Elementary · Baldwin County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Spanish Fort Middle School
Middle · Baldwin County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Spanish Fort for 2026 are Spanish Fort Elementary School (9.2/10), Rockwell Elementary School (9.1/10), and Spanish Fort Middle School (7.5/10), 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
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$348,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$348,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Spanish Fort
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 | Spanish Fort Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Rockwell Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Spanish Fort Middle School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Spanish Fort High School | 6.3 / 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
- $112,672
- Median home value
- $348,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Spanish Fort compares
Alabama rank
#11 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.6
above Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$113k
189% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Spanish Fort, Alabama
Spanish Fort, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Spanish Fort 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 Spanish Fort is Spanish Fort Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Spanish Fort is served by 1 school district: Baldwin County. These districts collectively serve 31,818 students.
Spanish Fort's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $112,672. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 761 students · Pre-K–6th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 747 students · Pre-K–6th | 9.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 647 students · 7th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,202 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Spanish Fort
Spanish Fort, Alabama · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$112,672
Median Home Value
$348,200
Median Rent
$1,373/mo
Population
21,160
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Community Profile
Spanish Fort has a median household income of $112,672. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $348,200, with a median rent of $1,373/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Spanish Fort, Alabama
How many schools are in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
Spanish Fort has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spanish Fort 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 Spanish Fort, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Spanish Fort on MySchoolScout is Spanish Fort Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Spanish Fort on MySchoolScout is Spanish Fort Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Spanish Fort on MySchoolScout is Spanish Fort Middle School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Spanish Fort on MySchoolScout is Spanish Fort High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Spanish Fort, Alabama?
Spanish Fort is served by 1 school district: Baldwin County.
What is the education level in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Spanish Fort have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
The median household income in Spanish Fort is approximately $112,672 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Spanish Fort, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spanish Fort is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spanish Fort, 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.