2023 Best Public Schools in Vance

• Tuscaloosa City Schools, AL•

• 6-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: I will always remember this school, along with the teachers and the students. They always make an effort to comfort someone if something is bothering them. The teachers are really nice and I always enjoy their classes. While their classes are fun, they also prepare us for high school and college. This school made me figure out who I am and encourages to be that person. Tuscaloosa Magnet Middle School is my everything and I'll never forget it.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 170

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Tuscaloosa City Schools, AL•

• K-5

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  Rating 4.57 out of 5  7 reviews

Niche User: TMSE is the best thing that has happened to my children since I moved to Tuscaloosa. The academics are brilliant, the culture is EXACTLY what I wanted to find in a town where it's difficult to be different. Whatever my kids want to become, they will be free to do so in this school. The IB curriculum drives this culture and will help them go out into the world and be all the things I'd be proud of - knowledgeable, tolerant, open-minded risk takers who will have practiced considering the viewpoints of others and can, should their temperaments allow, become effective leaders wherever they go. The parent environment and culture is also ideal for me, and I have found good friends with whom I can spend time while our kids play together.... Read 7 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 292

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  264 reviews

Parent: Hillcrest will leave lasting memories for any student. I am a parent and alumni of Hillcrest and both experiences have been wonderful. The teachers, counselors, administrators all care for the students and it shows! Students are encouraged to be independent and involved with extracurricular activities and/or groups/organizations to cultivate them and prepare them for their futures!... Read 264 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,314

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: The teachers, administrators and staff are absolutely wonderful. They do everything they can to help the children be the best person they can be both academically and socially. They go above and beyond! I wouldn't have my son go anywhere else.... Read 1 review

• grade B+

• Students 408

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-4

• grade B+

• Students 286

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 6-8

• grade B+

• Students 798

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-4

• grade B

• Students 232

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Big Sandy Elementary is a great school they take the time out to teach the kids and make sure us as parents know when the kids need help in a subject my kids been going to Big Sandy Elementary for 3 months and they are doing great learning more we just love how everyone is nice kind and sweet and they love there students great choice for my kids.... Read 1 review

• grade B

• Students 447

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 704

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.58 out of 5  236 reviews

Senior: I love Tuscaloosa County High School! It has been such a smooth 4 years for me, and I have to thank our wonderful faculty for it! There has been so many opportunities and ways to get involved at this school. There are a variety of different clubs and teams you can get involved with to reach out to the community and to simply make friends. All my former and present teachers and counselors are very helpful and uplifting during the my final semester as a high school student. I wouldn’t attend anywhere else!... Read 236 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,604

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 700

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-4

• grade B

• Students 257

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• K-5

• grade B

• Students 528

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3 out of 5  1 review

• grade B minus

• Students 463

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.69 out of 5  96 reviews

Senior: Sipsey Valley High School is a school that will welcome anyone, It's a small school in Buhl AL. Everyone is felt welcomed when they walk through the doors of Sipsey. All of the wonderful staff we have at Sipsey they have taught us everything we need to know in life from how to cook and wash clothes to how to buy a house and even solve a math equation. This is the best school for students, great memories were made here and more to come. The best part of Sipsey is nobody ever feels left out or not included. If you ever need anything the teachers will go beyond and make sure you are taken care of this is the best part of Sipsey. Sipsey Valley has one of the best educations in the state we placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores. When you have a problem you can go to any staff member and they will help you to the best ability they can. Here at Sipsey, we have some amazing coaches who actually care about their teams and support them through a win or a loss.... Read 96 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 496

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 5-8

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  Rating 2.56 out of 5  9 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 522

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 567

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 6-8

• grade B minus

• Students 394

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  54 reviews

Junior: Northside High School has great teachers, many different classes, and an amazing community. Northside's academics are great compared to other schools in the area, but the sports and facilities we have are the best in Tuscaloosa. We have had a turf football field installed recently and the school plans to implement more types of sports like wrestling. We already have baseball, football, soccer, golf, basketball, bowling, softball, and track. The teaching is great and prepares you for college, but the sports are even better! Northside is the University of Alabama of high schools!... Read 54 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 446

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 341

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 3-5

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Alum: Attended Englewood during the 2008- 2011 school year. Home of the patriots, participated in activities. Helped volunteer in the fall festival during my senior year in high school. Was a member of the school newspaper, interviewed teachers and students. During severe weather, fire, or lock down drills, was provided with best care. Taught some skills that became helpful in high and were rememorable . Not many clubs , but the school had lots of activities . Provided school dances for students who excelled in academics .... Read 2 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 502

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Bibb County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-4

• grade B minus

• Students 261

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Bibb County Schools, AL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  61 reviews

Senior: I love Bibb County! The teachers are so friendly and help any way they can. I love the smaller homey feel to the school. Everyone knows everyone and we always stand up for each other. There are areas that could use help but no school is perfect and the teachers strive to help fix what they can.... Read 61 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 486

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• 6-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Alum: Middle school is a very excited time in a persons life. This is a time for children to find out who they are and what they are interested in. Hillcrest Middle School is a place full of potential and Academic achievement. There is nothing that I would personally change about this school. Thank you Hillcrest for a fantastic three years.... Read 1 review

• grade B minus

• Students 598

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Tuscaloosa County Schools, AL•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 3 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 490

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1