For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,957 students in Attalla, AL.
The top ranked public schools in Attalla, AL are Ivalee Elementary School, Attalla Elementary School and Duck Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Attalla, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Attalla have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Attalla, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ivalee Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
840 Gallant Rd
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-9781
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-9781
Grades: PK-6
| 212 students
Rank: #22.
Attalla Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Cullman Avenue
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-7266
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-7266
Grades: PK-5
| 717 students
Rank: #33.
Duck Springs Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10180 Duck Springs Rd
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-6301
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-6301
Grades: PK-6
| 207 students
Rank: #44.
Etowah Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
316 Jones Street
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3236
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3236
Grades: 6-8
| 353 students
Rank: #55.
Etowah High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Case Avenue Se
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8381
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8381
Grades: 9-12
| 468 students
Rank: n/an/a
Career Technical Center
Vocational School
105 Burke Ave Se
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3312
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3312
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
The Etowah County Refocus Center
Alternative School
106 Burke Ave Se
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8431
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8431
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
Attalla, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 Cullman Ave
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-7266
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-7266
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Attalla, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Attalla, AL include Ivalee Elementary School, Attalla Elementary School and Duck Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Attalla?
7 public schools are located in Attalla.
What is the racial composition of students in Attalla?
Attalla public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Attalla are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Attalla include: Duck Springs Elementary School vs. Attalla Elementary School, Attalla Elementary School vs. Duck Springs Elementary School
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