Sheffield City School District
School District · Sheffield, Alabama
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,219
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,219
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
How this district compares
Alabama rank
#47 of 141
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Alabama avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,219
+$1,411 vs Alabama median
District size
993 students
Smaller than Alabama median
About Sheffield City
Sheffield City is a Sheffield, Alabama school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 993 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. The district invests $14,219 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Sheffield City demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Wa Threadgill Primary School, which has a composite score of 9.6/10.
In standardized testing, Sheffield City students show an average math proficiency of 22.4% and ELA proficiency of 39.2%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Sheffield City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Sheffield City with test data.
Schools in Sheffield City
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Alabama
- City
- Sheffield
- Total Enrollment
- 993
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.4%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Sheffield City?
Sheffield City has 4 schools in total — 2 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 Sheffield City?
The average composite rating for Sheffield City is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Sheffield City?
Sheffield City spends $14,219 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sheffield City?
The average student-teacher ratio in Sheffield City is 14.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Sheffield City?
Wa Threadgill Primary School is the highest-rated school in Sheffield City with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What are the test scores in Sheffield City?
Across schools in Sheffield City with test data, the average math proficiency is 22.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 39.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Sheffield City compare to other districts in Alabama?
Sheffield City has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 4 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
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 22.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 39.2%
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 Sheffield 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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