- Lake View Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 744 students
- Walker Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 743 students
- Brookwood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 631 students
- Taylorville Primary School — Grades PK–2 · 578 students
- Northport Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 558 students
- Englewood Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 522 students
- Big Sandy Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 522 students
- Maxwell Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 511 students
- Flatwoods Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 459 students
- Vance Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 451 students
- Holt Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 448 students
- Cottondale Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 438 students
- Matthews Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 401 students
- Huntington Place Elementary School — Grades 3–4 · 377 students
- FaucettVestavia Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 343 students
- Westwood Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 299 students
- Myrtlewood Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 280 students
- Crestmont Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 268 students
- Buhl Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 206 students
- Echols Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 738 students
- Brookwood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 738 students
- Sipsey Valley Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 575 students
- Hillcrest Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 542 students
- Northport Intermediate School — Grades 5–6 · 500 students
- Duncanville Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 460 students
- DavisEmerson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 397 students
- Northside Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 394 students
- CollinsRiverside Middle School — Grades 5–6 · 318 students
- Tuscaloosa County High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,607 students
- Hillcrest High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,434 students
- Brookwood High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,076 students
- Northside High School — Grades 9–12 · 535 students
- Sipsey Valley High School — Grades 9–12 · 524 students
- Holt High School — Grades 9–12 · 456 students
- Lloyd Wood Education Center — Grades PK–12 · 205 students
| Metric | Tuscaloosa County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 35 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,200/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Tuscaloosa County School District
Tuscaloosa County School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 35401 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Alabama districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 20 schools. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Tuscaloosa County School District runs approximately $11,200 annually, placing it 18% above the Alabama state average of approximately $9,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Tuscaloosa County School District is a large district with 20 schools serving students from Pre-K–12th. Large districts typically provide broad program variety: multiple course tracks at the high school level, dedicated arts and athletic programs, specialized learning pathways, and a wider range of student support services. Individual school quality within a large district can vary considerably — always research your specific assigned school, not just district-level averages.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Tuscaloosa County School District 6 out of 10 — average among Alabama public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Tuscaloosa County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 35401
Children in zip code 35401 are assigned to Tuscaloosa County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 35401, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Tuscaloosa County School District at (205)758-0411 or visit www.tcss.net. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Alabama districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Tuscaloosa
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Tuscaloosa County School District serves zip code 35401, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 35401 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Alabama, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Tuscaloosa County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 35401.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Tuscaloosa County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 35401 data.