For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,661 students in Scottsboro, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Scottsboro, 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.
Scottsboro, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Scottsboro have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Scottsboro, AL (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: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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
Scottsboro, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
305 Bingham St
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2400
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 218-2400
Gr: PK-4 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Scottsboro, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Scottsboro, AL include Skyline High School, Caldwell Elementary School and Collins Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Scottsboro?
4 public elementary schools are located in Scottsboro.
What is the racial composition of students in Scottsboro?
Scottsboro public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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