Calhoun County Schools & Education
Calhoun County, Alabama
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
41/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
91.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,319
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,270
School Score
41/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 40/100
State Score Position
#34
of 67 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Calhoun County
Measured School Summary
Calhoun County performs at an average level with a school score of 41/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.1%.
Funding Context
At $6,319 per pupil, Calhoun County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% above the Alabama average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Calhoun County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
37 public schools and 5 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
41/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #34 of 67 Alabama counties with school score data.
Completion
91.1%
0.4 pts above the state average
Funding context
$6,319
roughly matches the state average
School coverage
37
5 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Calhoun County has 37 public schools across 5 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Calhoun County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Mixed school landscape
Calhoun County has enough school-level records to compare the local mix, but no single county metric should be treated as the answer. Use district shape, grade span, and data coverage together.
State position
#34
of 67 Alabama counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Calhoun County
Elementary to high school visible
8,050 students
19 listed schools in this county slice.
Oxford City
Elementary to high school visible
4,203 students
7 listed schools in this county slice.
Anniston City
Elementary to high school visible
1,892 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Jacksonville City
Elementary and high visible
1,752 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Calhoun County is the largest listed district slice, with 19 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Calhoun County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Calhoun County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Calhoun County, Alabama
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Diverse and Dynamic School Hub
Calhoun County boasts a large educational network of 37 public schools serving 17,028 students across five districts. This infrastructure includes 15 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 14 high schools. The high number of schools and districts provides residents with a variety of educational environments and choices.
Major Districts in Oxford and Anniston
The county is anchored by the Calhoun County District (8,050 students) and Oxford City (4,203 students), while Anniston City serves 1,892 students. Two other smaller districts round out the local landscape, offering localized control. There are no charter schools, though the variety of districts provides significant diversity in school culture.
City, Suburb, and Rural Diversity
Calhoun County offers a rare mix of 12 rural, 12 suburban, and 11 city schools. Campus sizes vary significantly, from Oxford High’s 1,288 students to smaller rural elementary programs. This geographic diversity means families can find everything from a bustling city campus to a quiet country schoolhouse.
School Overview
Total Schools
37
in Calhoun County
Reported Enrollment
17,028
37 schools reporting
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
5 School Districts in Calhoun County
Calhoun County
GuideOxford City
GuideAnniston City
Jacksonville City
Piedmont City
37 Public Schools in Calhoun County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 2 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 37 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford High School | Profile | Oxford City | Oxford, 36203City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,288 |
| Kitty Stone Elementary School | Profile | Jacksonville City | Jacksonville, 36265Suburb: Small | PK–6 | Primary | 970 |
| Oxford Elementary School | Record | Oxford City | Oxford, 36203City: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 794 |
| Jacksonville High School | Record | Jacksonville City | Jacksonville, 36265Suburb: Small | 7–12 | High | 782 |
| Alexandria Elementary School | Record | Calhoun County | Alexandria, 36250Rural: Fringe | PK–4 | Primary | 720 |
| Oxford Middle School | Record | Oxford City | Oxford, 36203City: Small | 7–8 | Middle | 635 |
| CE Hanna School | Record | Oxford City | Hobson City, 36203Suburb: Small | 5–6 | Middle | 601 |
| Wellborn Elementary School | Record | Calhoun County | Anniston, 36201Suburb: Small | PK–6 | Primary | 582 |
| Weaver Elementary School | Record | Calhoun County | Weaver, 36277Suburb: Small | PK–6 | Primary | 553 |
| White Plains Elementary School | Record | Calhoun County | Anniston, 36207Rural: Distant | PK–4 | Primary | 539 |
| Piedmont Elementary School | Record | Piedmont City | Piedmont, 36272Town: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 534 |
| Weaver High School | Record | Calhoun County | Weaver, 36277Suburb: Small | 7–12 | High | 517 |
| Alexandria High School | Record | Calhoun County | Alexandria, 36250Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 513 |
| Wellborn High School | Record | Calhoun County | Anniston, 36201Suburb: Small | 7–12 | High | 491 |
| De Armanville Elementary School | Record | Oxford City | De Armanville, 36257City: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 487 |
| Alexandria Middle School | Record | Calhoun County | Alexandria, 36250Rural: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 485 |
| Pleasant Valley Elementary School | Record | Calhoun County | Jacksonville, 36265Rural: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 484 |
| Anniston High School | Record | Anniston City | Anniston, 36207City: Small | 9–12 | High | 466 |
| Saks Elementary School | Record | Calhoun County | Anniston, 36206Suburb: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 459 |
| Ohatchee Elementary School | Record | Calhoun County | Ohatchee, 36271Rural: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 440 |
Oxford High School
Oxford City
Oxford, 36203 / City: Small
Kitty Stone Elementary School
Jacksonville City
Jacksonville, 36265 / Suburb: Small
Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville City
Jacksonville, 36265 / Suburb: Small
Alexandria Elementary School
Calhoun County
Alexandria, 36250 / Rural: Fringe
Wellborn Elementary School
Calhoun County
Anniston, 36201 / Suburb: Small
White Plains Elementary School
Calhoun County
Anniston, 36207 / Rural: Distant
De Armanville Elementary School
Oxford City
De Armanville, 36257 / City: Small
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Calhoun County
Jacksonville, 36265 / Rural: Fringe
Ohatchee Elementary School
Calhoun County
Ohatchee, 36271 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,319
State avg $6,270
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Schools in Calhoun County, Alabama — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Calhoun County, Alabama?
Calhoun County boasts a large educational network of 37 public schools serving 17,028 students across five districts. This infrastructure includes 15 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 14 high schools. The high number of schools and districts provides residents with a variety of educational environments and choices.
What are the major school districts in Calhoun County, Alabama?
The county is anchored by the Calhoun County District (8,050 students) and Oxford City (4,203 students), while Anniston City serves 1,892 students. Two other smaller districts round out the local landscape, offering localized control. There are no charter schools, though the variety of districts provides significant diversity in school culture.
What is the school experience like in Calhoun County?
Calhoun County offers a rare mix of 12 rural, 12 suburban, and 11 city schools. Campus sizes vary significantly, from Oxford High’s 1,288 students to smaller rural elementary programs. This geographic diversity means families can find everything from a bustling city campus to a quiet country schoolhouse.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.