5.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Vance, Alabama

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.3/10
Median household income: $77,406
Median home value: $167,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Avg commute: 32 min
Owner-occupied homes: 88%

How Vance compares

Median household income

$77k

130% of Alabama median

About Schools in Vance, Alabama

Vance, Alabama is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Vance show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Vance is Vance Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Vance is served by 1 school district: Tuscaloosa County. These districts collectively serve 19,228 students.

Vance's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,406. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (2) Elementary (1) Middle (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (2) Public (2)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (2) Academics (2) Growth (2) Diversity (2) Resources (2)

Filter by ZIP: 35490 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Vance Elementary School 491 students · Pre-K–5th	491	Pre-K–5th	7.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Brookwood Middle School 783 students · 6th–8th	783	6th–8th	3.6

Schools in Vance

Vance, Alabama · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$77,406

Median Home Value

$167,800

Median Rent

$736/mo

Population

4,891

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

88%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Community Profile

Vance has a median household income of $77,406. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $167,800, with a median rent of $736/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Alabama
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Vance schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Vance 📊 Niche Vance Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Tuscaloosa County

36 schools · 19,228 students

Nearby Cities

Brookwood (2 schools)

5 mi

Woodstock (1 school)

7 mi

West Blocton (3 schools)

9 mi

Cottondale (5 schools)

11 mi

Mc Calla (3 schools)

13 mi

Duncanville (2 schools)

14 mi

Brent (1 school)

18 mi

Tuscaloosa (30 schools)

16 mi

Centreville (2 schools)

19 mi

Mccalla (2 schools)

18 mi

Bessemer (16 schools)

20 mi

Northport (14 schools)

Other Major Cities in Alabama

Top metros statewide by school count.

Birmingham 98 schools Mobile 81 schools Montgomery 72 schools Huntsville 71 schools Decatur 25 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Vance, Alabama

How many schools are in Vance, Alabama?

Vance has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Vance, Alabama?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vance is 5.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Vance, Alabama?

The top-ranked school in Vance on MySchoolScout is Vance Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Vance, Alabama?

The top-ranked elementary school in Vance on MySchoolScout is Vance Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Vance, Alabama?

The top-ranked middle school in Vance on MySchoolScout is Brookwood Middle School with a composite score of 3.6/10.

How many school districts serve Vance, Alabama?

Vance is served by 1 school district: Tuscaloosa County.

What is the education level in Vance, Alabama?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Vance have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Vance, Alabama?

The median household income in Vance is approximately $77,406 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Vance, Alabama?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vance is 18.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vance, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.