Clarke County School District
School District · Grove Hill, Alabama
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,384
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,384
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
How this district compares
Alabama rank
#123 of 141
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Alabama avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,384
+$1,576 vs Alabama median
District size
2,158 students
Smaller than Alabama median
About Clarke County
Clarke County is a Grove Hill, Alabama school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,158 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. The district invests $14,384 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.9/10, Clarke County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Joe M Gillmore Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.3/10.
In standardized testing, Clarke County students show an average math proficiency of 20.0% and ELA proficiency of 40.9%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Clarke County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Clarke County with test data.
Schools in Clarke County
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Alabama
- City
- Grove Hill
- Total Enrollment
- 2,158
- Teachers (FTE)
- 127
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Clarke County?
Clarke County has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Clarke County?
The average composite rating for Clarke County is 5.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Clarke County?
Clarke County spends $14,384 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clarke County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Clarke County is 17:1.
What is the top-rated school in Clarke County?
Joe M Gillmore Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Clarke County with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What are the test scores in Clarke County?
Across schools in Clarke County with test data, the average math proficiency is 20.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 40.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Clarke County compare to other districts in Alabama?
Clarke County has an average school rating of 5.9/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Alabama by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 20.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 40.9%
Resources
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 methodologyOther School Districts in AL
Compare Clarke County with neighboring districts in the state.
- Mobile County (92)
- Jefferson County (57)
- Montgomery County (52)
- Birmingham City (49)
- Huntsville City (45)
- Baldwin County (44)
- Tuscaloosa County (36)
- Shelby County (33)
- Madison County (30)
- Cullman County (27)
- Etowah County (24)
- Tuscaloosa City (21)
- Calhoun County (20)
- Decatur City (20)
- St Clair County (20)
- Hoover City (18)
- Dothan City (18)
- Jackson County (18)
- Morgan County (18)
- Talladega County (18)
- Walker County (18)
- Blount County (17)
- Elmore County (17)
- Limestone County (17)
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.
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