For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 475 students in Bear Creek, AL.
The top ranked public schools in Bear Creek, AL are Phillips Elementary School and Phillips High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bear Creek, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Bear Creek have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bear Creek, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phillips Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
160 School Ave
Bear Creek, AL 35543
(205) 486-5062
Bear Creek, AL 35543
(205) 486-5062
Grades: PK-6
| 263 students
Rank: #22.
Phillips High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
142 School Avenue
Bear Creek, AL 35543
(205) 486-3737
Bear Creek, AL 35543
(205) 486-3737
Grades: 7-12
| 212 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bear Creek, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Bear Creek, AL include Phillips Elementary School and Phillips High School.
How many public schools are located in Bear Creek?
2 public schools are located in Bear Creek.
What is the racial composition of students in Bear Creek?
Bear Creek public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save Public Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.