For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 376 students in Altoona, AL (there are , serving 37 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Altoona, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in Altoona, AL is West End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altoona, AL public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Altoona have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Altoona, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West End Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6795 Highway 132
Altoona, AL 35952
(256) 622-1085
Altoona, AL 35952
(256) 622-1085
Grades: PK-6
| 376 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Altoona, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Altoona, AL include West End Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Altoona?
1 public schools are located in Altoona.
What percentage of students in Altoona go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Altoona are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Altoona?
Altoona public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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