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3 schools in Killen

Alabama · Public K-12

Killen sits inside Alabama with 3 public K-12 schools, combined enrollment of about 1,603, and a mix of 1 elementary and 2 high.

7-year change in Killen

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,603
-12 (-1%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
84%
was 90%
% Hispanic
3%
was 2%
% Black
5%
was 5%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Allen Thornton Career Technical CenterHigh10-12·
Brooks Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06874
Brooks High SchoolHigh07-12729

About Killen

Killen is a rural-scale Alabama city in terms of public-school footprint, with 3 schools and 1,603 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 1 elementary, and 2 high.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,603 students, remained close to its prior level from the 1,615 reported in SY 2017-18. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 90% to 84% over the same window.

On this page, the community for Killen discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Killen, Alabama?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Killen, with a combined enrollment of about 1,603.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Killen?
Killen has 1 elementary, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Killen?
Brooks Elementary School is the largest public school in Killen by enrollment, with approximately 874 students.
What school districts serve Killen?
Killen public schools are operated by Lauderdale County.
What grade levels do public schools in Killen cover?
Public schools in Killen serve students from pre-K through grade 12.