For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 752 students in Buhl, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Buhl, AL are Buhl Elementary School and Sipsey Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buhl, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Buhl have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Buhl, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buhl Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11968 Buhl School Rd
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2640
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2640
Grades: PK-4
| 208 students
Rank: #22.
Sipsey Valley Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15817 Romulus Rd
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2870
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2870
Grades: 5-8
| 544 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Buhl, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Buhl, AL include Buhl Elementary School and Sipsey Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Buhl?
2 public elementary schools are located in Buhl.
What is the racial composition of students in Buhl?
Buhl public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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