FLORENCE, Ala., Oct. 29 -- University of North Alabama issued the following news release:

Michelle R. Eubanks

, UNA, at meubanks@una.edu,

256.765.4392

FLORENCE, AL - Kilby Laboratory School, on the University of North Alabama campus, has ranked 4th overall in the most recent U.S. News & World Report list of Alabama's best K-8 schools.

"We are beyond thrilled by these rankings," said Kilby's Director Dr. Eric Kirkman. "It is a testament to our faculty and staff who are invested in our students and seek constantly ways to innovate and evolve to continue to pursue excellence in the educational experience."

Dr. Katie Kinney, Dean of the Spencer College of Education and Human Sciences, says this year's results illustrate the robust and m...