For the 2026 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 31% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Oneonta have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oneonta Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 536-7756
Gr: K-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Oneonta Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27605 State Highway 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Gr: 6-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Oneonta High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Gr: 9-12 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Appalachian School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 County Highway 12
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Gr: PK-12 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Allgood Alternative School
Alternative School
45 Community Rd
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Gr: 2-12
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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