For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,620 students in Andalusia, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 101 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Andalusia, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Andalusia, AL are Straughn Middle School, Andalusia Elementary School and Straughn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Andalusia, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Andalusia have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Andalusia, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Straughn Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29324 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-4090
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-4090
Gr: 6-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Andalusia Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 West Bypass
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1224
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1224
Gr: PK-6 | 1,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Straughn Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29324 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Pleasant Home School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12548 Falco Road
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1315
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-1315
Gr: PK-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Andalusia Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
408 4th Avenue
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Gr: 7-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Andalusia High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Third St
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 222-7569
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Straughn High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29448 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-2511
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 222-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Andalusia, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Andalusia, AL include Straughn Middle School, Andalusia Elementary School and Straughn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Andalusia?
7 public schools are located in Andalusia.
What percentage of students in Andalusia go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Andalusia are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Andalusia?
Andalusia public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Andalusia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Andalusia include: Andalusia High School vs. Straughn High School, Pleasant Home School vs. Straughn High School, Andalusia Junior High School vs. Straughn Middle School
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