Dale County Schools & Education
Dale County, Alabama
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
53/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
94.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
94.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,315
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,270
School Score
53/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 40/100
State Score Position
#17
of 67 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Dale County
Measured School Summary
Dale County performs at an average level with a school score of 53/100 and a solid graduation rate of 94.3%.
Funding Context
At $6,315 per pupil, Dale County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 31% above the Alabama average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Dale 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
18 public schools and 3 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
53/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #17 of 67 Alabama counties with school score data.
Completion
94.3%
3.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$6,315
roughly matches the state average
School coverage
18
3 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
Dale County has 18 public schools across 3 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 Dale 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
Dale 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
#17
of 67 Alabama counties with school score data. The county score is 13 points above 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.
Dale County
Elementary to high school visible
3,270 students
9 listed schools in this county slice.
Ozark City
Elementary to high school visible
2,054 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Daleville City
Elementary to high school visible
1,154 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Dale County is the largest listed district slice, with 9 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 Dale County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Dale 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 Dale 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.
Comprehensive Schooling Across Three Districts
Dale County serves 6,478 students through 18 public schools, including six elementary and seven high schools. Three distinct districts—Dale County, Ozark City, and Daleville City—provide localized administration for this diverse population. The county also offers two alternative schools to support varied student needs.
A Concentrated Multi-District Effort
The Dale County district is the largest provider with 3,270 students, followed by Ozark City's 2,054 students. No charter schools operate in the area, as the three public districts manage all local enrollment. Ariton School is the largest single facility, uniquely serving 863 students in a PK-12 format.
Town-Centered Schools with Rural Roots
The locale mix features 11 schools in town settings and seven in rural areas, leaning toward a more developed feel. The average school size is 463 students, providing a balanced environment that is neither too small nor too anonymous. Major schools like Carroll High and Ariton School serve as central community gathering points.
School Overview
Total Schools
18
in Dale County
Reported Enrollment
6,478
18 schools reporting
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
3 School Districts in Dale County
Dale County
Ozark City
Daleville City
18 Public Schools in Dale County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 18 of 18 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ariton School | Record | Dale County | Ariton, 36311Rural: Distant | PK–12 | Other | 863 |
| Carroll High School | Record | Ozark City | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 638 |
| Joseph W Lisenby Primary School | Record | Ozark City | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | PK–2 | Primary | 518 |
| A M Windham Elementary School | Record | Daleville City | Daleville, 36322Town: Distant | PK–4 | Primary | 499 |
| D A Smith Middle School | Record | Ozark City | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 485 |
| GW Long Elementary School | Record | Dale County | Skipperville, 36374Rural: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 464 |
| Midland City Elementary School | Record | Dale County | Midland City, 36350Rural: Fringe | PK–4 | Primary | 453 |
| South Dale Middle School | Record | Dale County | Pinckard, 36371Rural: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 426 |
| Dale County High School | Record | Dale County | Midland City, 36350Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 417 |
| Harry N Mixon Intermediate School | Record | Ozark City | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | 3–5 | Primary | 413 |
| George W Long High School | Record | Dale County | Skipperville, 36374Rural: Distant | 7–12 | High | 368 |
| Daleville Middle School | Record | Daleville City | Dalevile, 36322Town: Distant | 5–8 | Middle | 361 |
| Daleville High School | Record | Daleville City | Daleville, 36322Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 294 |
| Newton Elementary School | Record | Dale County | Newton, 36352Rural: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 279 |
| Bridge Academy | Record | Dale County | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
| Carroll High School Career Center | Record | Ozark City | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
| Eagle Academy | Record | Ozark City | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | PK–12 | Alternative | 0 |
| Opportunity Academy | Record | Dale County | Ozark, 36360Town: Fringe | 7–12 | Alternative | 0 |
A M Windham Elementary School
Daleville City
Daleville, 36322 / Town: Distant
GW Long Elementary School
Dale County
Skipperville, 36374 / Rural: Distant
Midland City Elementary School
Dale County
Midland City, 36350 / Rural: Fringe
Carroll High School Career Center
Ozark City
Ozark, 36360 / Town: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,315
State avg $6,270
Compare Nearby Counties
Review Dale County against other counties using the same NCES-backed metrics.
Open CompareBrowse Public Schools
See school-level enrollment, grade ranges, school type, and district affiliation.
View SchoolsFrequently Asked Questions
Which Alabama counties have the highest graduation rates?
What is per-pupil spending like in Alabama?
How should I read the school score in Dale County?
What is the graduation rate in Dale County?
How much does Dale County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Dale County, Alabama — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Dale County, Alabama?
Dale County serves 6,478 students through 18 public schools, including six elementary and seven high schools. Three distinct districts—Dale County, Ozark City, and Daleville City—provide localized administration for this diverse population. The county also offers two alternative schools to support varied student needs.
What are the major school districts in Dale County, Alabama?
The Dale County district is the largest provider with 3,270 students, followed by Ozark City's 2,054 students. No charter schools operate in the area, as the three public districts manage all local enrollment. Ariton School is the largest single facility, uniquely serving 863 students in a PK-12 format.
What is the school experience like in Dale County?
The locale mix features 11 schools in town settings and seven in rural areas, leaning toward a more developed feel. The average school size is 463 students, providing a balanced environment that is neither too small nor too anonymous. Major schools like Carroll High and Ariton School serve as central community gathering points.
Counties with Similar School Profile
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.