For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,042 students in Oneonta, AL (there are , serving 13 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Oneonta, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Oneonta, AL are Oneonta Elementary School, Oneonta Middle School and Oneonta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oneonta, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Oneonta have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Oneonta, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oneonta Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Grades: K-5
| 650 students
Rank: #22.
Oneonta Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27605 State Highway 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Grades: 6-8
| 300 students
Rank: #33.
Oneonta High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Grades: 9-12
| 428 students
Rank: #44.
Appalachian School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 County Highway 12
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Grades: PK-12
| 664 students
Rank: n/an/a
Allgood Alternative School
Alternative School
45 Community Rd
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oneonta, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Oneonta, AL include Oneonta Elementary School, Oneonta Middle School and Oneonta High School.
How many public schools are located in Oneonta?
5 public schools are located in Oneonta.
What percentage of students in Oneonta go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Oneonta are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oneonta?
Oneonta public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Oneonta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Oneonta include: Oneonta Middle School vs. Appalachian School
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