For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,221 students in Winfield, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in Winfield, AL are Winfield Elementary School, Winfield Middle School and Winfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winfield, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Winfield have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Winfield, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winfield Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
601 County Highway 14
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-2305
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-2305
Gr: PK-4 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Winfield Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
481 Apple Ave
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-6901
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-6901
Gr: 5-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Winfield High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
232 Pirate Cove
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-6900
Winfield, AL 35594
(205) 487-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Winfield, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Winfield, AL include Winfield Elementary School, Winfield Middle School and Winfield High School.
How many public schools are located in Winfield?
3 public schools are located in Winfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Winfield?
Winfield public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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