For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 872 students in Gurley, AL.
The top ranked public schools in Gurley, AL are Madison County Elementary School and Madison County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gurley, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Gurley have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gurley, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison County Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
173 Wood St
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3290
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3290
Grades: PK-8
| 408 students
Rank: #22.
Madison County High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Brock Rd
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3270
Gurley, AL 35748
(256) 851-3270
Grades: 9-12
| 464 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gurley, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Gurley, AL include Madison County Elementary School and Madison County High School.
How many public schools are located in Gurley?
2 public schools are located in Gurley.
What is the racial composition of students in Gurley?
Gurley public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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