Schools in Cottonwood, Alabama (2025)
2 schools · 881 students · 2 public · median Enrollment 502.
Cottonwood, in Alabama, has 2 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 881 students. By level there are 1 high, 1 elementary; by sector 2 public.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is Cottonwood High School (43.5, lower 50% of high schools nationally), followed by Cottonwood Elementary School (41.8, lower 50% of elementary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are Cottonwood Elementary School (502 students), Cottonwood High School (379 students).
Ranked schools in Cottonwood
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Alabama.
- 144Cottonwood High SchoolCottonwood · Public High49% Math proficiency · 379 students
- 242Cottonwood Elementary SchoolCottonwood · Public Elementary61% Free/reduced-price lunch · 502 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cottonwood High School Cottonwood · High · Grades 7–12 | Public | 43.5 Lower 50% | 49% Math proficiency | 379 |
| 2 | Cottonwood Elementary School Cottonwood · Elementary · Grades PK–6 | Public | 41.8 Lower 50% | 61% Free/reduced-price lunch | 502 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Cottonwood side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood High School is the highest-ranked school in Cottonwood with a Success Index (US) of 43.5 out of 100 (Lower 50% of high schools in United States).
How many schools are in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood has 2 schools (1 high, 1 elementary) educating 881 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Cottonwood?
The median Enrollment across schools in Cottonwood is 502. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.