Phenix City School District
School District · Phenix City, Alabama
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
11
7 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,259
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
11
7 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,259
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
How this district compares
Alabama rank
#84 of 141
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Alabama avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,259
$549 vs Alabama median
District size
7,276 students
Much larger than Alabama median
About Phenix City
Phenix City is a Phenix City, Alabama school district serving 11 schools. The district educates 7,276 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.7:1. The district invests $12,259 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Phenix City demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Lakewood Primary School, which has a composite score of 8.3/10.
In standardized testing, Phenix City students show an average math proficiency of 30.9% and ELA proficiency of 55.9%.
The district includes 7 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Phenix City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Phenix City with test data.
Schools in Phenix City
11 schools Elementary Schools 7
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Alabama
- City
- Phenix City
- Total Enrollment
- 7,276
- Teachers (FTE)
- 390
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Phenix City?
Phenix City has 11 schools in total — 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Phenix City?
The average composite rating for Phenix City is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Phenix City?
Phenix City spends $12,259 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Phenix City?
The average student-teacher ratio in Phenix City is 18.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Phenix City?
Lakewood Primary School is the highest-rated school in Phenix City with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What are the test scores in Phenix City?
Across schools in Phenix City with test data, the average math proficiency is 30.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Phenix City compare to other districts in Alabama?
Phenix City has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 11 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
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 30.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.9%
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 Phenix City 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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