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Suburb of Birmingham, AL
Former Resident: My experience at Homewood has been nothing but the best! I was raised in Homewood and went to Homewood City Schools for the majority of my life. The teachers at Homewood want nothing but the best for their students. They go the long mile to provide an environment of learning that enables students to be individuals of their own. Homewood is a family oriented community. They strive to do their best to keep the community going. The community has fundraisers, events, and foundations to give back to the city. As a senior in college finishing up my last semester, I appreciate the people who have raised and helped me achieve my overall success!... Read 66 reviews
Population 26,206
#1 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
Suburb of Birmingham, AL,
66 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says My experience at Homewood has been nothing but the best! I was raised in Homewood and went to Homewood City Schools for the majority of my life. The teachers at Homewood want nothing but the best for....
My experience at Homewood has been nothing but the best! I was raised in Homewood and went to Homewood City Schools for the majority of my life. The teachers at Homewood want nothing but the best for....
Read 66 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 26,206,
Suburb of Huntsville, AL
Current Resident: Madison is a jewel in North Alabama! Small town feel with lots of small independently owned restaurants , yet many chain restaurants and more coming in regularly. Small business owners compete well with big box stores here. Great place for raising a family or independent living. Plenty of very nice apartment complexes as well as new homes being built all aroundMadison. You can own acres or just take care of a small plot of land. Choices are many! Food is great and breweries are just as unique. The location of Madison is awesome! One hour from Nashville and right next door to Huntsville, home of the Space and Rocket Center. There are no shortages of jobs here. Part-time work or full-time employment for everyone. There is a wonderful mix of cultures here as well as age groups and Madison caters to us all! You will enjoy four seasons here. A very light winter and if it gets to hot in the summer, you are only a few hours from the Coast. Spend a weekend. Then you will want to move here!... Read 230 reviews
Population 55,551
#2 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
Suburb of Huntsville, AL,
230 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Madison is a jewel in North Alabama! Small town feel with lots of small independently owned restaurants , yet many chain restaurants and more coming in regularly. Small business owners compete well....
Madison is a jewel in North Alabama! Small town feel with lots of small independently owned restaurants , yet many chain restaurants and more coming in regularly. Small business owners compete well....
Read 230 reviews.
Population: 55,551,
Current Resident: Everyone in Mountain Brook is very friendly and the education is amazing. There are so many opportunities to stay active in the community. My only complaints are that there is a lack of diversity and the lack of street lights. For all of the young drivers out there, it makes it difficult once it gets dark out. Other than that, Mountain Brook is amazing. I could not have asked for a better place to live!... Read 24 reviews
Population 22,184
#3 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
24 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Everyone in Mountain Brook is very friendly and the education is amazing. There are so many opportunities to stay active in the community. My only complaints are that there is a lack of diversity and....
Everyone in Mountain Brook is very friendly and the education is amazing. There are so many opportunities to stay active in the community. My only complaints are that there is a lack of diversity and....
Read 24 reviews.
Population: 22,184,
Reston, VA•
Private School•
PK, K-9
Parent: The curriculum is strong, with students working above grade level in many subjects. Teachers set high expectations and then help each child achieve those goals in a warm and nurturing environment. Each day students’ folders are filled with the work that they have completed so that parents can be informed of their child’s progress. Any obstacles are handled at early stages and the child is treated with the utmost respect every step of the way. The emphasis on STEAM is helping to prepare students for a successful future. Every member of the staff knows each kid--not only their names, but their individual personalities. Additional benefits of ACE include smaller class sizes, character development, a uniform that minimizes drama in the mornings, responsive staff, and an exceptional facility. I am confident that my children have a strong educational foundation and love of learning that will serve them well going forward.... Read 7 reviews
Students 297
Student-teacher ratio 9:1
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
RESTON, VA,
PK, K-9,
7 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says The curriculum is strong, with students working above grade level in many subjects. Teachers set high expectations and then help each child achieve those goals in a warm and nurturing environment. ....
The curriculum is strong, with students working above grade level in many subjects. Teachers set high expectations and then help each child achieve those goals in a warm and nurturing environment. ....
Read 7 reviews.
Students: 297,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,
Town in Alabama
Current Resident: I love the diverse community and the small-town feeling without feeling too small. By that I mean, I can still travel to events in Birmingham at the BJCC but you still will see people you know all the time at the grocery store. There are tons of restaurants and activities to participate in around the area and the school system is one that I'm proud to have been involved in myself. I feel like the only thing I have a problem with within Hoover is that because it is trying to become well-known and popular it is tearing down some of the forests that add to the scenery of the area. There is Moss Rock Preserved locally but even then building is impeding on the natural aspects of Hoover's beauty. Overall, it has ample opportunity for jobs, places for students to thrive, and community aspects that encourage personal growth in whatever avenues necessary for the individual.... Read 221 reviews
Population 91,371
#4 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
Town in Alabama,
221 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love the diverse community and the small-town feeling without feeling too small. By that I mean, I can still travel to events in Birmingham at the BJCC but you still will see people you know all....
I love the diverse community and the small-town feeling without feeling too small. By that I mean, I can still travel to events in Birmingham at the BJCC but you still will see people you know all....
Read 221 reviews.
Population: 91,371,
Current Resident: Big city, small town charm! Lots of small businesses and restaurants all over this many square mile city. Schools are excellent. Children are well behaved and seem to have been put through manners training-Well done Mothers! City services are top notch. Police and fire protection ranked high enough for a rate drop from my insurance carrier! Garbage pickup twice a week is pure luxury. Senior Center activities, transportation. Parks that will be the envy of all surrounding communities once they are completed. Ordinances that protect a peaceful way of life. Noise, fireworks, construction all have an ordinance that addresses their affect on tax payers quality of life. Vestavia Hills is just a grand place to live! Some people are wealthy, some have a little money, so struggle and some are dirt poor, but they are all HARD working citizens! That is what makes this city unique. Everyone understands because everyone works for what they have. This is a dying trend in America. Well done VH!... Read 46 reviews
Population 38,504
#5 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
46 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Big city, small town charm! Lots of small businesses and restaurants all over this many square mile city. Schools are excellent. Children are well behaved and seem to have been put through manners...Vestavia Hills is just a grand place to live! Some people are wealthy, some have a little money, so struggle and some are dirt poor, but they are all HARD working citizens! That is what makes this....
Big city, small town charm! Lots of small businesses and restaurants all over this many square mile city. Schools are excellent. Children are well behaved and seem to have been put through manners...Vestavia Hills is just a grand place to live! Some people are wealthy, some have a little money, so struggle and some are dirt poor, but they are all HARD working citizens! That is what makes this....
Read 46 reviews.
Population: 38,504,
Current Resident: Pelham is a small suburb town south of Birmingham, AL. I would like to see more opportunities dmfir diversity within communities and schools. This could be achieved by housing grants and programs that facilitate education scholarships and programs to afford opportunities to students of other races and socioeconomic backgrounds to become Pelham residents and students. Moreover, I would like to more homeschool cooperatives that allow students to work independently as we as attend school half-time. These and other educational initiatives would empower more children of color or ethnicities to realize the quiet living in Pelham and to become assets to schools and the community as a whole.... Read 66 reviews
Population 24,134
#6 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
66 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Pelham is a small suburb town south of Birmingham, AL. I would like to see more opportunities dmfir diversity within communities and schools. This could be achieved by housing grants and programs...education scholarships and programs to afford opportunities to students of other races and socioeconomic backgrounds to become Pelham residents and students. Moreover, I would like to more homeschool cooperatives that allow students to work independently as we as attend school half-time.These and other educational initiatives would empower more children of color or ethnicities to realize the quiet living in Pelham and to become assets to schools and the community as a whole..
Pelham is a small suburb town south of Birmingham, AL. I would like to see more opportunities dmfir diversity within communities and schools. This could be achieved by housing grants and programs...education scholarships and programs to afford opportunities to students of other races and socioeconomic backgrounds to become Pelham residents and students. Moreover, I would like to more homeschool cooperatives that allow students to work independently as we as attend school half-time.These and other educational initiatives would empower more children of color or ethnicities to realize the quiet living in Pelham and to become assets to schools and the community as a whole..
Population: 24,134,
Current Resident: Trussville is a pretty subtle town for the most part. It has beautiful neighborhoods to go along with a great school system! There are many attractions that are being built in the downtown area that will be great for family gatherings. Due to improvements like these as well as the multiple shopping outlets, the population of Trussville is increasing every year which has caused some heavy traffic at times. Overall I would recommend anybody to give Trussville, Alabama a chance when looking to buy a new home.... Read 78 reviews
Population 25,027
#7 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
78 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Trussville is a pretty subtle town for the most part. It has beautiful neighborhoods to go along with a great school system! There are many attractions that are being built in the downtown area that....
Trussville is a pretty subtle town for the most part. It has beautiful neighborhoods to go along with a great school system! There are many attractions that are being built in the downtown area that....
Read 78 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 25,027,
Suburb of Mobile, AL
Population 2,043
#8 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
Suburb of Mobile, AL,
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 2,043,
Current Resident: Fairhope is an amazing little coastal town in south Alabama. Wonderful schools, friendly people and a beautiful town! Downtown if very well kept and always has seasonal flowers on almost every street corner. There are sidewalks throughout most of the town which makes it easy to get out and exercise and enjoy the amazing weather! Fairhope is known for its beauty. But, I must say it is phenomenal during the Christmas season! The entire downtown is decorated. Twinkling trees line the streets. Every year Fairhope has a special tree lighting ceremony for the season! People come from all over to see this! You will even see "southern snow" falling! Although Fairhope is one of the fastest growing places in the southeast, it still has that small-town feeling. Fairhope is a must-see town for all!... Read 77 reviews
Population 21,825
#9 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
77 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Fairhope is an amazing little coastal town in south Alabama. Wonderful schools, friendly people and a beautiful town! Downtown if very well kept and always has seasonal flowers on almost every street....
Fairhope is an amazing little coastal town in south Alabama. Wonderful schools, friendly people and a beautiful town! Downtown if very well kept and always has seasonal flowers on almost every street....
Read 77 reviews.
Population: 21,825,
Nearby Resident: Hartselle is a wonderful small town full of southern hospitality. This town is full of great people and I am proud to be from here!... Read 39 reviews
Population 15,308
#10 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
39 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Nearby Resident says Hartselle is a wonderful small town full of southern hospitality. This town is full of great people and I am proud to be from here!.
Hartselle is a wonderful small town full of southern hospitality. This town is full of great people and I am proud to be from here!.
Read 39 reviews.
Population: 15,308,
Current Resident: It's country living in a sub-urban area. It is primarily residential, with some commercial areas at the periphery. It's quiet, minimum traffic, wooded. Indian Springs Village is right across the highway from Alabama's largest (10,000 acre) state park.... Read 8 reviews
Population 2,563
#11 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It's country living in a sub-urban area. It is primarily residential, with some commercial areas at the periphery. It's quiet, minimum traffic, wooded. Indian Springs Village is right across the....
It's country living in a sub-urban area. It is primarily residential, with some commercial areas at the periphery. It's quiet, minimum traffic, wooded. Indian Springs Village is right across the....
Read 8 reviews.
Population: 2,563,
Current Resident: Meadow Brook is a friendly neighborhood very convenient to shopping and restaurants. A beautiful neighborhood for taking a walk or run. All different age groups here from young children to senior citizens. School bus service to very good schools. Many residents making improvements and updates to the older homes.... Read 11 reviews
Population 9,503
#12 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Meadow Brook is a friendly neighborhood very convenient to shopping and restaurants. A beautiful neighborhood for taking a walk or run. All different age groups here from young children to senior....
Meadow Brook is a friendly neighborhood very convenient to shopping and restaurants. A beautiful neighborhood for taking a walk or run. All different age groups here from young children to senior....
Read 11 reviews.
Population: 9,503,
Population 7,754
#13 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
6 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Read 6 reviews.
Population: 7,754,
Current Resident: I have lived in Saraland all of my 17 years of life. I have always been in the best schooling my while life. I have always been involved with my church and have made such amazing friends. One of the many places I love about Saraland is the small coffee shop we have called Mokas. Mokas is a small business that serves some of the best coffee in Alabama in my opinion. They have an amazing space on the inside for students or workers to study and be on their computers. It is a great space to get some quiet while enjoying a great cup of coffee. Something unique about Saraland is that we have our own public school system. We have schools in the area but they are not apart of the school system. I have loved living here because of the community and the beautiful areas to visit nearby. Mobile is very close by so there are so many close things to do without using too much gas.... Read 38 reviews
Population 15,942
#14 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
38 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in Saraland all of my 17 years of life. I have always been in the best schooling my while life. I have always been involved with my church and have made such amazing friends. One of the....
I have lived in Saraland all of my 17 years of life. I have always been in the best schooling my while life. I have always been involved with my church and have made such amazing friends. One of the....
Read 38 reviews.
Population: 15,942,
Current Resident: A diverse community with plenty of things to do and multiple parks and recreational activities. The restaurants in and around Alabaster are also fantastic. One downside is that rent is quite high, even for smaller apartments, but it is well worth the money. The schooling has also been great. Alabaster is also close to the University of Montevallo, which provides a great option for off-campus housing while still being within 15 minutes of the campus.... Read 114 reviews
Population 33,133
#15 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
114 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says A diverse community with plenty of things to do and multiple parks and recreational activities. The restaurants in and around Alabaster are also fantastic. One downside is that rent is quite high,....
A diverse community with plenty of things to do and multiple parks and recreational activities. The restaurants in and around Alabaster are also fantastic. One downside is that rent is quite high,....
Read 114 reviews.
Population: 33,133,
Current Resident: Daphne is such a nice city along the Alabama gulf coast. It’s location puts you close to shopping, restaurants, and family fun activities. The drive to the beach is short too! Love our beautiful jubilee city!... Read 60 reviews
Population 27,088
#16 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
60 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Daphne is such a nice city along the Alabama gulf coast. It’s location puts you close to shopping, restaurants, and family fun activities. The drive to the beach is short too! Love our beautiful....
Daphne is such a nice city along the Alabama gulf coast. It’s location puts you close to shopping, restaurants, and family fun activities. The drive to the beach is short too! Love our beautiful....
Read 60 reviews.
Population: 27,088,
Niche User: Nothing really goes on around here, but sometimes and occurrence will come up here and there though, it is resolved quickly.... Read 25 reviews
Population 5,659
#17 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
25 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says Nothing really goes on around here, but sometimes and occurrence will come up here and there though, it is resolved quickly..
Nothing really goes on around here, but sometimes and occurrence will come up here and there though, it is resolved quickly..
Read 25 reviews.
Population: 5,659,
Current Resident: Quiet neighborhoods. Close proximity to schools. Stores nearby. Roads are expanding, so there is some slight delays with traffic while construction is underway. As a parent, you feel safe enough to let your kid ride their bike around the neighborhood.... Read 9 reviews
Population 1,006
#18 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Quiet neighborhoods. Close proximity to schools. Stores nearby. Roads are expanding, so there is some slight delays with traffic while construction is underway. As a parent, you feel safe enough....
Quiet neighborhoods. Close proximity to schools. Stores nearby. Roads are expanding, so there is some slight delays with traffic while construction is underway. As a parent, you feel safe enough....
Read 9 reviews.
Population: 1,006,
Current Resident: I like the small town feel of the city and the fact that a lot of people don’t live there. However, as a liberal it is often tough living in the mostly conservative city.... Read 17 reviews
Population 8,344
#19 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
17 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I like the small town feel of the city and the fact that a lot of people don’t live there. However, as a liberal it is often tough living in the mostly conservative city..
I like the small town feel of the city and the fact that a lot of people don’t live there. However, as a liberal it is often tough living in the mostly conservative city..
Read 17 reviews.
Population: 8,344,
Current Resident: Friendly town, would love to see more businesses and housing catering to the 20-30s working professionals demographic. An entertainment district would be fabulous - there is zero nightlife right now. Brand new high school - diverse student population, both ethnically and socioeconomically. Nice sports facilities. Swan Creek Trail is a gorgeous greenway with crushed gravel - perfect for runners, easy on the joints!... Read 108 reviews
Population 25,213
#20 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
108 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Friendly town, would love to see more businesses and housing catering to the 20-30s working professionals demographic. An entertainment district would be fabulous - there is zero nightlife right now.....
Friendly town, would love to see more businesses and housing catering to the 20-30s working professionals demographic. An entertainment district would be fabulous - there is zero nightlife right now.....
Read 108 reviews.
Population: 25,213,
Current Resident: I've lived in Harvest for over 18 years. Just like any other city, it has its pros and cons. Some of the shining points are that it's relatively close to entertainment and shopping, it's affordable, and the schools are excellent. Job-wise, most people work in Huntsville or Madison and the commute is pretty good for the most part. However, I personally am not a fan of all of the housing that seemed to have exploded onto the scene over the past few years. The roads cannot handle this much traffic and there are accidents all the time. Once they get the roads figured out, it will be a better situation for everyone.... Read 44 reviews
Population 6,655
#21 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
44 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I've lived in Harvest for over 18 years. Just like any other city, it has its pros and cons. Some of the shining points are that it's relatively close to entertainment and shopping, it's affordable,....
I've lived in Harvest for over 18 years. Just like any other city, it has its pros and cons. Some of the shining points are that it's relatively close to entertainment and shopping, it's affordable,....
Read 44 reviews.
Population: 6,655,
Current Resident: Overall it is a good town with friendly people. I have lived here my entire life. Growing up it was a small town but it is rapidly growing. At the end of the day the community is a family, including some bickering. However despite our differences we band together when needed. It's got the small town appeal with several local small businesses. Like every town though it is experiencing growing pains in this transition.... Read 38 reviews
Population 14,710
#22 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
38 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Overall it is a good town with friendly people. I have lived here my entire life. Growing up it was a small town but it is rapidly growing. At the end of the day the community is a family, including....
Overall it is a good town with friendly people. I have lived here my entire life. Growing up it was a small town but it is rapidly growing. At the end of the day the community is a family, including....
Population: 14,710,
Current Resident: Small town, big beach. You might think it’s about the tourists... but it is really about the residents. Recently created city school system is great. Parks and recreation provides activities for all ages. Gulf Shores is the best kept secret on the gulf coast!... Read 33 reviews
Population 14,712
#23 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
33 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Small town, big beach. You might think it’s about the tourists... but it is really about the residents. Recently created city school system is great. Parks and recreation provides activities for....
Small town, big beach. You might think it’s about the tourists... but it is really about the residents. Recently created city school system is great. Parks and recreation provides activities for....
Read 33 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 14,712,
Current Resident: Satsuma is the perfect small town. With an approximate population of just over 6,000, Satsuma is nestled just a hop and a skip away from Mobile. Though the rankings slightly change every year, Satsuma is generally rated in the top ten safest towns in Alabama. Since 2012, Satsuma has been separated from Mobile County Public School System. The separation has allowed the town to be more directly involved in school activities. Satsuma High School and Robert E. Lee Elementary School were declared 2018 CLAS School of Distinction award, and Governor Ivey personally visited Lee Elementary to announce a $1.5 million early education grant. Since then, our official Pre-K school has been up and running. There are many good things going on in Satsuma and many exciting things to come!... Read 10 reviews
Population 6,704
#24 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
10 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Satsuma is the perfect small town. With an approximate population of just over 6,000, Satsuma is nestled just a hop and a skip away from Mobile. Though the rankings slightly change every year,....
Satsuma is the perfect small town. With an approximate population of just over 6,000, Satsuma is nestled just a hop and a skip away from Mobile. Though the rankings slightly change every year,....
Read 10 reviews.
Population: 6,704,
Suburb in Alabama
Current Resident: Many festivals and activities year round for all age groups provide entertainment for all. Beach and water sports provide relaxation and various sports. Many restaurants provide great food, especially seafood. Food can be healthy or really bad for you! Take your choice. Many hiking and bike trails are in the area as well as kayaking and boating. Museums and historical sites are educational and entertaining. Housing prices are low off beach and reasonable water and beach front. While roads are in good repair, the traffic design patterns are poor at best! It is a friendly and welcoming community to both locals and the many tourists who visit yearly. Glad we discovered Orange Beach!... Read 8 reviews
Population 7,847
#25 Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Alabama.
Suburb in Alabama,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Many festivals and activities year round for all age groups provide entertainment for all. Beach and water sports provide relaxation and various sports. Many restaurants provide great food,....
Many festivals and activities year round for all age groups provide entertainment for all. Beach and water sports provide relaxation and various sports. Many restaurants provide great food,....
Population: 7,847,
Aldie, VA•
PK, K-8
Students 151
Student-teacher ratio 4:1
ALDIE, VA,
PK, K-8,
Students: 151,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,
Alexandria, VA•
9-12
Parent: My son went here, and he loved his four years at the Holy Hill. He was a 3 year varsity football player, and has especially fond memories of playing the game against Woodberry Forest School, every November. It is a great place to send your child!... Read 46 reviews
Students 464
Student-teacher ratio 5:1
ALEXANDRIA, VA,
9-12,
Featured Review: Parent says My son went here, and he loved his four years at the Holy Hill. He was a 3 year varsity football player, and has especially fond memories of playing the game against Woodberry Forest School, every....
My son went here, and he loved his four years at the Holy Hill. He was a 3 year varsity football player, and has especially fond memories of playing the game against Woodberry Forest School, every....
Students: 464,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,
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