District Overview
Located at 300 W 6th St in Sheffield, Alabama, Sheffield City Schools is an active, traditional public school district serving a small suburban community within the Florence-Muscle Shoals metropolitan area. Operating four active schools, the district provides a continuous educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district serves a student body of 1,029 learners, fostering an inclusive learning environment marked by diverse cultural backgrounds—including 474 White, 348 Black, 114 multiracial, and 85 Hispanic students, along with representation from Asian and Native American communities.

To support student achievement and maintain a well-resourced learning environment, Sheffield City Schools relies on a robust team of educators and support professionals. The district employs 142 full-time equivalent teachers alongside five instructional aides and a support staff of more than 109 full-time equivalent team members, bringing the total district workforce to over 256 dedicated personnel. This strong staff-to-student ratio helps facilitate tailored instruction across all grade bands. Families, community members, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community initiatives can reach the district offices by phone at (256) 383-0400 or visit their official website at www.scs.k12.al.us.
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Total Schools
1,029
Total Students
142.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sheffield City
Demographic Student Count
White474
Hispanic85
Black348
Asian6
Two or More114
American Indian2
  • White
    474 (46.1%)
  • Black
    348 (33.8%)
  • Two or More
    114 (11.1%)
  • Hispanic
    85 (8.3%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Sheffield City
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,029*
Teachers (FTE):142.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in Sheffield City
Found 4 Schools