For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 573 students in Bessemer, AL.
Bessemer, AL public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public charter school average of 8%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public charter school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Bessemer, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: n/an/a
Alabama Aerospace And Aviation High School
Charter School
114 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 538-0702
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 538-0702
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Empower Community School Upper Campus
Charter School
751a Academy Drive
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 413-8600
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 413-8600
Gr: 4-8 | 211 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Empower Community Schoollower School
Charter School
2410 7th Ave North
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 413-8600
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 413-8600
Gr: K-4 | 201 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public charter schools are located in Bessemer, AL?
3 public charter schools are located in Bessemer, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in Bessemer?
Bessemer public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public charter schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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