Gulf Shores City School District
School District · Gulf Shores, Alabama
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,300
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,300
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Evaluating Gulf Shores City?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Gulf Shores City as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Gulf Shores Elementary School
Gulf Shores · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Gulf Shores Middle School
Gulf Shores · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Gulf Shores High School
Gulf Shores · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Alabama rank
#13 of 141
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.7
above Alabama avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,300
+$492 vs Alabama median
District size
2,644 students
Typical than Alabama median
The short answer
Gulf Shores City ranks #13 of 141 Alabama districts by overall school rating. Gulf Shores City's schools with real test data average 8.1/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Gulf Shores Elementary School (9.3/10), Gulf Shores Middle School (7.6/10), and Gulf Shores High School (7.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Gulf Shores City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating 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 | Gulf Shores Elementary School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Gulf Shores Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Gulf Shores High School | 7.5 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Gulf Shores City
Gulf Shores City is a Gulf Shores, Alabama school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 2,644 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.4:1. The district invests $13,300 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.1/10, Gulf Shores City is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Gulf Shores Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.3/10.
In standardized testing, Gulf Shores City students show an average math proficiency of 41.3% and ELA proficiency of 66.5%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Gulf Shores City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Gulf Shores City with test data.
Schools in Gulf Shores City
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Alabama
- City
- Gulf Shores
- Total Enrollment
- 2,644
- Teachers (FTE)
- 152
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Gulf Shores City?
Gulf Shores City has 3 schools in total — 1 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 Gulf Shores City?
The average composite rating for Gulf Shores City is 8.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Gulf Shores City?
Gulf Shores City spends $13,300 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gulf Shores City?
The average student-teacher ratio in Gulf Shores City is 17.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Gulf Shores City?
Gulf Shores Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Gulf Shores City with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What are the test scores in Gulf Shores City?
Across schools in Gulf Shores City with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 66.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Gulf Shores City compare to other districts in Alabama?
Gulf Shores City has an average school rating of 8.1/10 across 3 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
- 8.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 66.5%
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- 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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