| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winfield City School District | Winfield | 9/10 Excellent · 89th pct | 1,255 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Marion County School District | Bear Creek | 7/10 Good · 69th pct | 3,329 | 11 | PK–12 | 6 |
How Marion County compares
Together they enroll 4,584 students across 14 schools. The largest is Marion County School District with 3,329 students. Districts here average 8.0/10, above the Alabama average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 7/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Marion County, Alabama
Marion County has 2 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Marion County is Winfield City School District (9/10). 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 Marion County, AL?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Marion 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 Marion County, AL?
Of the districts serving Marion County, Winfield City School District has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 89th 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.