| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison City Schools | Madison | 10/10 Excellent · 95th pct | 12,473 | 11 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Limestone County School District | Athens | 5/10 Average · 47th pct | 15,887 | 17 | PK–12 | 9 |
How Limestone County compares
Together they enroll 28,360 students across 28 schools. The largest is Limestone County School District with 15,887 students. Districts here average 7.5/10, above the Alabama average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Limestone County, Alabama
Limestone County has 2 public school districts covering 10 zip codes. The top-rated district in Limestone County is Madison City Schools (10/10). 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 Limestone County, AL?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Limestone 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 Limestone County, AL?
Of the districts serving Limestone County, Madison City Schools has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 95th 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.