Best Schools in Tuskegee, Alabama
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Tuskegee by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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George Washington Carver Elementary School
Elementary · Macon County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Booker T Washington High
High · Macon County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tuskegee Public Elementary
Middle · Macon County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Tuskegee for 2026 are George Washington Carver Elementary School (6.4/10), Booker T Washington High (5.1/10), and Tuskegee Public Elementary (3.0/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$89,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$89,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tuskegee
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Washington Carver Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Booker T Washington High | 5.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Tuskegee Public Elementary | 3.0 / 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
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $45,313
- Median home value
- $89,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 56%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tuskegee compares
Alabama rank
#171 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.6
below Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$45k
76% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Tuskegee, Alabama
Tuskegee, Alabama is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Tuskegee 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 Tuskegee is George Washington Carver Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tuskegee is served by 1 school district: Macon County. These districts collectively serve 1,769 students.
Tuskegee's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,313. The poverty rate in the area is 21.8%.
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 | 409 students · Pre-K–3rd | 6.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 258 students · 4th–6th | 3.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 479 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Tuskegee
Tuskegee, Alabama · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,313
Median Home Value
$89,100
Median Rent
$692/mo
Population
9,355
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Community Profile
Tuskegee has a median household income of $45,313. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $89,100, with a median rent of $692/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Tuskegee, Alabama
How many schools are in Tuskegee, Alabama?
Tuskegee has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tuskegee, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tuskegee is 4.8 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 Tuskegee, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Tuskegee on MySchoolScout is George Washington Carver Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tuskegee, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tuskegee on MySchoolScout is George Washington Carver Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Tuskegee, Alabama?
The top-ranked middle school in Tuskegee on MySchoolScout is Tuskegee Public Elementary with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best high school in Tuskegee, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Tuskegee on MySchoolScout is Booker T Washington High with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Tuskegee, Alabama?
Tuskegee is served by 1 school district: Macon County.
What is the education level in Tuskegee, Alabama?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Tuskegee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tuskegee, Alabama?
The median household income in Tuskegee is approximately $45,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tuskegee, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tuskegee is 19.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tuskegee, 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.