1896–97 Scottish Division One
| Season | 1896–97 | 
|---|---|
| Champions | Heart of Midlothian 2nd title  | 
| Relegated | Abercorn | 
| Matches played | 90 | 
| Goals scored | 388 (4.31 per match) | 
| Top goalscorer | Willie Taylor (12 goals)  | 
← 1895-96  1897-98 →   | |
The 1896–97 Scottish Division One season was won by Heart of Midlothian, two points ahead of nearest rival Hibernian.