7.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Wilmer, Alabama

3 schools · 3 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.4/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.4/10
Median household income: $69,352
Median home value: $142,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 13%
Avg commute: 35 min
Owner-occupied homes: 81%

How Wilmer compares

Alabama rank

#13 of 179

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.9

above Alabama avg (6.5)

Median household income

$69k

116% of Alabama median

Schools in this city

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 7.4 out of 10, schools in Wilmer perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Wilmer is J E Turner Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	J E Turner Elementary 519 students · Pre-K–5th	519	Pre-K–5th	7.8
2	Wilmer Elementary School 443 students · Pre-K–5th	443	Pre-K–5th	7.6
3	Tanner Williams Elementary School 334 students · Pre-K–5th	334	Pre-K–5th	6.9

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.

Quick Facts

State: Alabama
Total Schools: 3
Elementary: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.4/10

Resources

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

School District

Mobile County

92 schools · 50,929 students

Nearby Cities

Semmes (4 schools)

4 mi

Eight Mile (3 schools)

Chickasaw (4 schools)

Citronelle (4 schools)

Grand Bay (3 schools)

22 mi

Irvington (6 schools)

24 mi

Mount Vernon (1 school)

25 mi

Bayou La Batre (1 school)

29 mi

Other Major Cities in Alabama

Top metros statewide by school count.

Birmingham 98 schools Montgomery 72 schools Huntsville 71 schools Tuscaloosa 30 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 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 7.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Wilmer on MySchoolScout is J E Turner Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Wilmer, Alabama?

The top-ranked elementary school in Wilmer on MySchoolScout is J E Turner Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.