For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,367 students in Lester, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in Lester, AL are Sugar Creek Elementary School and West Limestone High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lester, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Lester have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lester, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sugar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26595 Salem Minor Hill Road
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6669
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6669
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
West Limestone High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10945 School House Rd
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6687
Lester, AL 35647
(256) 233-6687
Gr: 6-12 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lester, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Lester, AL include Sugar Creek Elementary School and West Limestone High School.
How many public schools are located in Lester?
2 public schools are located in Lester.
What is the racial composition of students in Lester?
Lester public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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