For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 879 students in Cottonwood, AL.
The top ranked public schools in Cottonwood, AL are Cottonwood Elementary School and Cottonwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottonwood, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Cottonwood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cottonwood, AL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
663 Houston St
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Grades: PK-6
| 481 students
Rank: #22.
Cottonwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
663 Houston St
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Grades: 7-12
| 398 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cottonwood, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Cottonwood, AL include Cottonwood Elementary School and Cottonwood High School.
How many public schools are located in Cottonwood?
2 public schools are located in Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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