The Cleburne County School District is home to some of the state’s best educational opportunities for students. Recently, U.S. News & World Report ranked Cleburne County High School 17th in the state of Alabama. Within the school district there are four elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools (Directory of schools and links to individual school websites here). Total enrollment for K-12 is approximately 2,600. Cleburne County is also home to Cleburne County Career Tech School that boasts numerous area industry partners.

Two-Year Colleges Serving Our Area

• Central Alabama Community College – Childersburg Campus
• Gadsden State Community College – Ayers Campus
• Southern Union State Community College

Four-Year Colleges Serving Our Area

• Jacksonville State University
• Talladega College
• University of West Georgia (provides in-state tuition to Cleburne County, Alabama, residents)