Scottsboro City School District
School District · Scottsboro, Alabama
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,975
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,975
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Evaluating Scottsboro City?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Scottsboro 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.
Caldwell Elementary School
Scottsboro · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Thurston T Nelson Elementary School
Scottsboro · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Collins Intermediate School
Scottsboro · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Alabama rank
#57 of 141
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Alabama avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,975
+$167 vs Alabama median
District size
2,430 students
Typical than Alabama median
The short answer
Scottsboro City ranks #57 of 141 Alabama districts by overall school rating. Scottsboro City's schools with real test data average 6.8/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Caldwell Elementary School (9.1/10), Thurston T Nelson Elementary School (6.8/10), and Collins Intermediate School (6.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Scottsboro City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caldwell Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Thurston T Nelson Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Collins Intermediate School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Scottsboro Junior High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Scottsboro High School | 4.9 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Scottsboro City
Scottsboro City is a Scottsboro, Alabama school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,430 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1. The district invests $12,975 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.8/10, Scottsboro City demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Caldwell Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.
In standardized testing, Scottsboro City students show an average math proficiency of 56.2% and ELA proficiency of 61.0%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Scottsboro City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Scottsboro City with test data.
Schools in Scottsboro City
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Alabama
- City
- Scottsboro
- Total Enrollment
- 2,430
- Teachers (FTE)
- 147
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Scottsboro City?
Scottsboro City has 5 schools in total — 2 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 Scottsboro City?
The average composite rating for Scottsboro City is 6.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Scottsboro City?
Scottsboro City spends $12,975 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Scottsboro City?
The average student-teacher ratio in Scottsboro City is 16.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Scottsboro City?
Caldwell Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Scottsboro City with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What are the test scores in Scottsboro City?
Across schools in Scottsboro City with test data, the average math proficiency is 56.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 61.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Scottsboro City compare to other districts in Alabama?
Scottsboro City has an average school rating of 6.8/10 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
- 6.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 56.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 61.0%
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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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