For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 760 students in 35022, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35022, AL is Bessemer City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35022 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35022, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35022 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bessemer City High School, with 71% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35022, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bessemer City High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4950 Premiere Parkway
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 432-3700
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 432-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Bessemer Center For Technology
Vocational School
4940 Premiere Parkway
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 432-3805
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 432-3805
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35022, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35022, AL include Bessemer City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35022?
2 public high schools are located in 35022.
What is the racial composition of students in 35022?
35022 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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