Education
Local schools and community learning opportunities.
A Tradition of Excellence Since 1855
Tuscumbia’s school system was established in 1855 and has maintained a long-standing tradition of academic quality and student achievement. The city remains committed to providing strong educational opportunities for students at every level.
Academic Highlights
14:1 student-to-teacher ratio- Over 80% of professional staff hold advanced degrees
- $4,211 spent per student annually
- Career tech proarams and strona athletic programs
- Average ACT score: 21.8
- SAT scores consistently above national average
- 40% of graduates earn advanced diplomas
- Comprehensive programs for exceptional education students
Higher Education Opportunities
Northwest-Shoals Community College
Located adjacent to Tuscumbia’s city limits, this accredited two-year institution serves over 3,000 students and offers a wide range of academic and workforce programs.
University of North Alabama
Just five miles north of Tuscumbia, this fully accredited four-year university enrolls more than 6,000 students and provides undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Primary School, Middle School and High School
Tuscumbia City Schools
303 North Commons Street East
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Phone: 356-389-2900
Fax: 256-389-2903
Deshler High School
200 North Commons Street East
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Phone: 256-389-2910
Fax: 256-389-2915
Deshler Middle School
598 North High Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Phone: 256-389-2920
Fax: 256-398-2922
R. E. Thompson Intermediate School
829 Frankfort Road
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Phone: 256-389-2930
Fax: 256-389-2931
G. W. Trenholm Primary School
601 Joe Wheeler Drive
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Phone: 256-389-2940
Fax: 256-389-2942
College & University
Northwest Shoals Community College
- Primary Mailing Address
P.O. Box 2545
Muscle Shoals, AL 35662 - Ground Mail Delivery Address
800 George Wallace Blvd.
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
Phone: 256-331-5200
Fax: 256-331-5222