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6.9 avg / 10

Tallapoosa County School District

School District · Dadeville, Alabama

Students: 2,788
Teachers (FTE): 162

Avg Rating

6.9

out of 10

Schools

5

2 elem, 2 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,275

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.2:1

How this district compares

Alabama rank

#48 of 141

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Alabama avg

Per-pupil spending

$13,275

+$467 vs Alabama median

District size

2,788 students

Typical than Alabama median

About Tallapoosa County

Tallapoosa County is a Dadeville, Alabama school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,788 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.2:1. The district invests $13,275 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.9/10, Tallapoosa County demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Dadeville Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.

In standardized testing, Tallapoosa County students show an average math proficiency of 25.4% and ELA proficiency of 52.6%.

The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 2 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Tallapoosa County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 25.4%
School
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ELA Proficiency 52.6%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Tallapoosa County with test data.

District Details

State
Alabama
City
Dadeville
Total Enrollment
2,788
Teachers (FTE)
162
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Tallapoosa County?

Tallapoosa County has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Tallapoosa County?

The average composite rating for Tallapoosa County 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 Tallapoosa County?

Tallapoosa County spends $13,275 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Tallapoosa County?

The average student-teacher ratio in Tallapoosa County is 17.2:1.

What is the top-rated school in Tallapoosa County?

Dadeville Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Tallapoosa County with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What are the test scores in Tallapoosa County?

Across schools in Tallapoosa County with test data, the average math proficiency is 25.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Tallapoosa County compare to other districts in Alabama?

Tallapoosa County has an average school rating of 6.9/10 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 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
25.4%
ELA Proficiency
52.6%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

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 methodology

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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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