Washington County School District
School District · Chatom, Alabama
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
7
2 elem, 2 high
Enrollment
2,442
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
7
2 elem, 2 high
Enrollment
2,442
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
How this district compares
Alabama rank
#70 of 143
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Alabama avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,721
$87 vs Alabama median
District size
2,442 students
Typical than Alabama median
The short answer
Washington County ranks #70 of 143 Alabama districts by overall school rating. Washington County's schools with real test data average 6.5/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Chatom Elementary School (9.1/10), Mcintosh Elementary School (8.6/10), and Leroy High School (7.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Washington County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chatom Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Mcintosh Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Leroy High School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Fruitdale High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Millry High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Washington County High School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Mcintosh High School | 4.1 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Washington County
Washington County is a Chatom, Alabama school district serving 7 schools.The district educates 2,442 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1. District-level spending was $12,721 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 6.5/10, Washington County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Chatom Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.
In standardized testing, Washington County students show an average math proficiency of 31.9% and ELA proficiency of 50.9%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools, and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Washington County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Washington County with test data.
Schools in Washington County
7 schoolsElementary Schools2
District Details
- State
- Alabama
- City
- Chatom
- Total Enrollment
- 2,442
- Teachers (FTE)
- 150
- District spending per student
- $12,721NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 26.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Washington County?
Washington County has 7 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 Washington County?
The average composite rating for Washington County is 6.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Washington County?
Washington County's district-level spending was $12,721 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Washington County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Washington County is 16.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Washington County?
Chatom Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Washington County with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What are the test scores in Washington County?
Across schools in Washington County with test data, the average math proficiency is 31.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 50.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Washington County compare to other districts in Alabama?
Washington County has an average school rating of 6.5/10 across 7 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
- 6.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 31.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 50.9%
How we rate schools
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Compare Washington County 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)
- Dothan City (18)
- Hoover 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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