Tuscaloosa City Schools teaches 11,303 students in 21 schools. Thanksgiving break is Nov. 23-27; winter break Dec. 21-Jan. 1. Central Office: 205-759-3700.
Last checked Oct. 17, 2026. Facts on this page come from Tuscaloosa City Schools’ fast facts, our schools, enrollment and 2026-27 calendar pages, and from Tuscaloosa County Schools.
Every public school in Tuscaloosa, with its zone and report card: Tuscaloosa public schools.
Most of Tuscaloosa is served by Tuscaloosa City Schools, a separate district from the county’s. It teaches 11,303 students from pre-K through 12th grade in 21 schools, run by an eight-member elected Board of Education and Superintendent Mike Daria. Homes outside the city district are served by the Tuscaloosa County School System, which has 36 schools and more than 19,000 students.
Who to call
- Tuscaloosa City Schools Central Office: 1210 Almon Ave., 205-759-3700
- Tuscaloosa County School System: 1118 Greensboro Ave., 205-758-0411
- Which school is mine? The city district’s school zoning map
- Enrollment questions: your school’s attendance office
The district in numbers
From the district’s fast facts:
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Students | 11,303 |
| Schools | 11 elementary, 1 K-8, 4 middle, 3 high, 2 specialty |
| Students on free or reduced-price lunch | 71% |
| Graduation rate | 90.86% |
| General fund budget | $130 million |
| Revenue | 46% state, 42% local, 12% federal |
| National Board certified teachers | 55 |
Students are 66.5% Black, 23.1% white, 5.9% Hispanic and 2.1% Asian, the district reports.
The three high schools
| School | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Central High School | 905 15th St. | 205-759-3720 |
| Northridge High School | 2901 Northridge Road | 205-759-3590 |
| Paul W. Bryant High School | 6315 Mary Harmon Bryant Drive | 205-759-3538 |
Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy serves high school students from across the district. Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools (elementary and middle, 315 McFarland Blvd. East) and The Alberta School of Performing Arts (K-8, 2700 University Blvd. East) take students through the district’s specialty school process. The full list, with addresses and phones, is on the our schools page.
2026-27 calendar: the dates that matter
From the district’s 2026-27 academic calendar:
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, Oct. 20 | E-learning for 9th and 11th graders (subject to change) |
| Wednesday, Nov. 11 | Veterans Day; schools closed |
| Nov. 23-27 | Fall break and Thanksgiving; schools closed |
| Friday, Dec. 18 | Half day for students; end of first semester |
| Dec. 21 to Jan. 1 | Winter holidays; schools closed |
| Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2027 | Students return |
| Monday, Jan. 18 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day; schools closed |
| Monday, Feb. 15 | Presidents Day; inclement weather day if needed |
| Tuesday, Feb. 16 | Staff planning; no school for students |
| March 22-26 | Spring break |
| April 15-16 | Staff planning day and spring holiday; no school |
| Wednesday, May 26 | Last day for students (half day) |
On early-dismissal days, elementary schools let out at 11:30 a.m., middle schools at noon and high schools at 12:30 p.m.
Ratings: the state report card
The Alabama State Department of Education publishes a report card each year for every district and school in the state. Look up Tuscaloosa City Schools or any school on the Alabama State Report Card. The district posts its own results on its student achievement page.
Enrolling and transfers
New students register online through the district’s enrollment page, which also links kindergarten registration, feeder patterns and resources for international families. Requests to attend a school outside your zone go through the district’s school transfer application.
The school board
The Tuscaloosa City Board of Education has eight members: one elected from each of the seven City Council districts and a chair elected citywide. Eric Wilson is the chair. Agendas and minutes are posted on the board’s meeting portal.
Colleges in town
The University of Alabama, Stillman College and Shelton State Community College are all in Tuscaloosa, the city notes on its schools FAQ.
What this means for you
- Thanksgiving week is a full week off; Veterans Day is a day off too.
- Check the zoning map before you buy or rent: city and county districts differ.
- Students return from winter break Wednesday, Jan. 6.
More guides: moving to Tuscaloosa, Friday night football and parks and trails in Tuscaloosa.
Which schools each area is zoned for: Tuscaloosa neighborhoods guide.
Frequently asked questions
When is Thanksgiving break for Tuscaloosa City Schools?
Monday, Nov. 23, through Friday, Nov. 27, 2026. Schools are also closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day, according to the district’s 2026-27 calendar.
When is winter break for Tuscaloosa City Schools?
Students have a half day Friday, Dec. 18, 2026, then winter holidays run Dec. 21-31 with schools closed Jan. 1. Students return Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2027.
What school is my Tuscaloosa address zoned for?
Use the Tuscaloosa City Schools zoning map on the district website, or call the Central Office at 205-759-3700. Addresses outside the city school district are served by Tuscaloosa County Schools, 205-758-0411.
When is the last day of school for Tuscaloosa City Schools?
Wednesday, May 26, 2027, a half day for students, according to the 2026-27 calendar. Spring break is March 22-26, 2027.
How many students are in Tuscaloosa City Schools?
11,303 students in 21 schools: 11 elementary, one K-8, four middle, three high schools and two specialty sites, the district’s fast facts page says.
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