Cullman City School District
School District · Cullman, Alabama
Avg Rating
8.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
3,199
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Avg Rating
8.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
3,199
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Evaluating Cullman City?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Cullman City as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
East Elementary School
Cullman · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Elementary School
Cullman · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Cullman Middle School
Cullman · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Alabama rank
#11 of 141
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Alabama avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,808
+$0 vs Alabama median
District size
3,199 students
Typical than Alabama median
The short answer
Cullman City ranks #11 of 141 Alabama districts by overall school rating. Cullman City's schools with real test data average 7.8/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are East Elementary School (8.2/10), West Elementary School (8.2/10), and Cullman Middle School (8.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Cullman City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | West Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Cullman Middle School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Cullman High School | 6.7 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Cullman City
Cullman City is a Cullman, Alabama school district serving 5 schools.The district educates 3,199 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. District-level spending was $12,808 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 8.2/10, Cullman City is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Cullman Middle School, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Cullman City students show an average math proficiency of 69.4% and ELA proficiency of 73.7%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Cullman City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Cullman City with test data.
Schools in Cullman City
5 schoolsMiddle Schools1
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- Alabama
- City
- Cullman
- Total Enrollment
- 3,199
- Teachers (FTE)
- 198
- District spending per student
- $12,808NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 15.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Cullman City?
Cullman City has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Cullman City?
The average composite rating for Cullman City is 8.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Cullman City?
Cullman City's district-level spending was $12,808 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cullman City?
The average student-teacher ratio in Cullman City is 16.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Cullman City?
Cullman Middle School is the highest-rated school in Cullman City with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What are the test scores in Cullman City?
Across schools in Cullman City with test data, the average math proficiency is 69.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 73.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Cullman City compare to other districts in Alabama?
Cullman City has an average school rating of 8.2/10 across 5 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 69.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 73.7%
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Compare Cullman City with neighboring districts in the state.
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- 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)
- Dothan City (18)
- Hoover 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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