For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,884 students in 35244, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35244, AL is Hoover High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35244 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35244, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35244 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hoover High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35244, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hoover High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1200
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,884 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads School
Alternative School
1085 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Riverchase Career Connection Center
Vocational School
853 Willow Oak Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1900
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1900
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
35244, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hoover High Freshman Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35244, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35244, AL include Hoover High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35244?
3 public high schools are located in 35244.
What is the racial composition of students in 35244?
35244 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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