| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayette County School District | Bankston | 6/10 Average · 53rd pct | 2,163 | 6 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Tuscaloosa County School District | Berry | 6/10 Average · 51st pct | 19,377 | 36 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Fayette County compares
Together they enroll 21,540 students across 42 schools. The largest is Tuscaloosa County School District with 19,377 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the Alabama average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Fayette County, Alabama
Fayette County has 2 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Fayette County is Fayette County School District (6/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Alabama. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Fayette County, AL?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Fayette County, AL. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Fayette County, AL?
Of the districts serving Fayette County, Fayette County School District has the highest rating on this site at 6/10. That places it in the 53rd percentile among Alabama school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Alabama reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Alabama and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Alabama only, never across state lines.