Summary:
GW Long Elementary School and George W Long High School serve the community of Skipperville, Alabama, a small rural town where the two schools share a campus and provide a seamless PK-12 education through the Dale County school district.
George W Long High School is the standout performer, earning a 5-star rating and ranking in the 93rd percentile statewide. It boasts a perfect 100% graduation rate, far exceeding the state average of 91.5%, and has maintained top-tier status for three consecutive years. The high school’s academic advantages are dramatic, particularly in math, where students score 36 points above the state average. GW Long Elementary School, while rated 4 stars, is rapidly improving, jumping 95 positions in state rankings over two years. It also outperforms district and state averages across all subjects, with fifth grade showing a notable peak in both math (80.3%) and English (87.9%) proficiency.
Both schools share impressive traits: chronic absenteeism is exceptionally low (3.8% at the high school and 6.7% at the elementary, versus 12% statewide), and roughly 40-45% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch, indicating moderate socioeconomic diversity. The high school achieves its top-25 ranking while spending a modest $9,811 per student, suggesting efficient resource use. Year-over-year improvements are consistent across grade levels, and the elementary school’s strong English foundation (nearly 80% proficiency) feeds directly into the high school’s success. For parents, this district offers a cohesive, high-achieving educational pathway where students are well-prepared at each stage, making Skipperville a standout example of rural educational excellence.
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