Best Schools in Wilmer, Alabama
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Wilmer by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tanner Williams Elementary School
Elementary · Mobile County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
J E Turner Elementary
Elementary · Mobile County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wilmer Elementary School
Elementary · Mobile County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wilmer for 2026 are Tanner Williams Elementary School (7.5/10), J E Turner Elementary (7.1/10), and Wilmer Elementary School (5.7/10), 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
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$142,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$142,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wilmer
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 | Tanner Williams Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | J E Turner Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Wilmer Elementary School | 5.7 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $69,352
- Median home value
- $142,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wilmer compares
Alabama rank
#55 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Alabama avg (6.4)
Median household income
$69k
116% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Wilmer, Alabama
Wilmer, Alabama is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Wilmer 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 Wilmer is Tanner Williams Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wilmer is served by 1 school district: Mobile County. These districts collectively serve 50,929 students.
Wilmer's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,352. The poverty rate in the area is 16.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 334 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 519 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 443 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
Schools in Wilmer
Wilmer, Alabama · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,352
Median Home Value
$142,200
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
12,039
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Community Profile
Wilmer has a median household income of $69,352. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $142,200, with a median rent of $976/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.2%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Wilmer, Alabama
How many schools are in Wilmer, Alabama?
Wilmer has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wilmer, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wilmer is 6.8 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 Wilmer, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Wilmer on MySchoolScout is Tanner Williams Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wilmer, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wilmer on MySchoolScout is Tanner Williams Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Wilmer, Alabama?
Wilmer is served by 1 school district: Mobile County.
What is the education level in Wilmer, Alabama?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Wilmer have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wilmer, Alabama?
The median household income in Wilmer is approximately $69,352 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wilmer, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wilmer is 18.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wilmer, 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.