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2 schools in Gordo

Alabama · Public K-12

Parents in Gordo have 2 public K-12 options when picking a school, with combined enrollment near 1,018 students (1 elementary and 1 high).

7-year change in Gordo

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,018
-181 (-15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
61%
was 66%
% Hispanic
11%
was 6%
% Black
25%
was 26%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Gordo Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06545
Gordo High SchoolHigh07-12473

About Gordo

Gordo is a thinly populated Alabama city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 1,018 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Five-year track record. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment fell 15%: 1,199 students in SY 2017-18 versus 1,018 in SY 2024-25. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 66% to 61% over the same window.

On this page, the community for Gordo discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Gordo, Alabama?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Gordo, with a combined enrollment of about 1,018.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Gordo?
Gordo has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Gordo?
Gordo Elementary School is the largest public school in Gordo by enrollment, with approximately 545 students.
What school districts serve Gordo?
Gordo public schools are operated by Pickens County.
What grade levels do public schools in Gordo cover?
Public schools in Gordo serve students from pre-K through grade 12.