For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,786 students in 35768, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 83 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 35768, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35768, AL are Skyline High School, Caldwell Elementary School and Collins Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35768 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35768, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35768, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Skyline High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
897 County Road 25
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 587-6561
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 587-6561
Gr: PK-12 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Caldwell Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
905 S Market St
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2500
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2500
Gr: 1-3 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Collins Intermediate School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 Legion Dr
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2700
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2700
Gr: 4-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Scottsboro Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Heroes Drive
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2300
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2300
Gr: 7-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Scottsboro High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25053 John T Reid Pkwy
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2000
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson County Alternative School
Alternative School
594 County Road 42
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 574-6446
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 574-6446
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35768, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35768, AL include Skyline High School, Caldwell Elementary School and Collins Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 35768?
6 public schools are located in 35768.
What percentage of students in 35768 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 35768 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35768?
35768 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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