Ozark City

Located at 860 N US Highway 231 in Ozark, Alabama, Ozark City Schools is an active, traditional public school district serving as an educational anchor for its distant town community. Operating six full-scale schools across the Ozark area, the district delivers a comprehensive PK–12 academic continuum designed to support children from early childhood through high school graduation. As an independent local education agency rather than a charter or supervisory union component, the district offers a stable, cohesive public education system deeply rooted in Dale County and the surrounding region.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, Ozark City Schools serves a student body of 1,905 enrolled pupils, reflecting a diverse demographic tapestry across all grade levels. To support this student population, the district maintains a robust workforce comprising over 382 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes 230 FTE classroom teachers, 8 instructional aides, and more than 144 dedicated support personnel. This generous staffing presence allows the district to maintain favorable student-to-teacher proportions and offer broad instructional and wraparound support, making it a compelling option for local families and a noteworthy subject for educational researchers analyzing rural and small-town district structures.