For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,029 students in Leighton, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Leighton, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Leighton, AL are Hatton Elementary School, Leighton Elementary School and Colbert County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leighton, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Leighton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Leighton, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hatton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2130 Hatton School Rd
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Gr: PK-6 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Leighton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Old Highway 20
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Gr: PK-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Colbert County High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 High School St
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8214
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8214
Gr: 7-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Leighton, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Leighton, AL include Hatton Elementary School, Leighton Elementary School and Colbert County High School.
How many public schools are located in Leighton?
3 public schools are located in Leighton.
What percentage of students in Leighton go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Leighton are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Leighton?
Leighton public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Leighton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Leighton include: Leighton Elementary School vs. Hatton Elementary School, Hatton Elementary School vs. Leighton Elementary School
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