Diogenes
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When considering rankings or lists of the most educated cities in the U.S., Tuscaloosa, Alabama does not typically appear in the top lists for educational attainment among its adult population.
The educational attainment in Alabama generally falls below the national average, based on several metrics and studies:
- Educational Attainment: According to a study in 2024, Alabama ranks #45 out of all 50 states in terms of education level, with an overall score of 35.62. This ranking considers indicators like educational attainment, school quality, and achievement gaps between genders and races. In terms of specific educational attainment, about one million Alabama residents aged 25 years and older have a high school diploma or equivalency as their highest level of education, with approximately 733,923 having some college but no degree.
- School Quality and Performance: Alabama's public education system is anked41st overall in reading and math test scores.
- Higher Education: Alabama has several well-regarded universities, but the state trails in the percentage of its population with a bachelor's degree or higher. The state lags behind in higher education compared to national averages.
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