For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 841 students in 35549, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35549, AL are Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School and Carbon Hill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35549 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35549, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35549, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
283 Bulldog Blvd
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4101
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4101
Gr: PK-8 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Carbon Hill High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
217 Bulldog Boulevard
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-8821
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-8821
Gr: 9-12 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
35549, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carbon Hill Start School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9558 Hwy 124
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4133
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4133
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35549, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35549, AL include Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School and Carbon Hill High School.
How many public schools are located in 35549?
2 public schools are located in 35549.
What is the racial composition of students in 35549?
35549 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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