Best 35242 Alabama Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,154 students in 35242, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 35242, AL are Oak Mountain High School and Spain Park High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35242 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35242, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35242 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oak Mountain High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).

Best 35242, AL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Mountain High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5476 Caldwell Mill Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 682-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,652 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Spain Park High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4700 Jaguar Drive
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 439-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,502 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 35242 Alabama

35242, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
150 Glenwood Ln
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Gr: 1-12
Allen Cott (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Daniel House (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Glenwood Inc (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Glenwood Wilderness (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35242, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35242, AL include Oak Mountain High School and Spain Park High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35242?
2 public high schools are located in 35242.
What is the racial composition of students in 35242?
35242 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).

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