For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 389 students in 35049, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35049, AL is Cleveland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35049 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35049, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35049 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cleveland High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35049, AL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
71 High School St
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2030
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2030
Gr: 7-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
Blount County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
61500 Us Highway 231
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2080
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2080
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Blount County Learning Center
Special Education School
189 Horton Ln
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35049, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35049, AL include Cleveland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35049?
3 public high schools are located in 35049.
What is the racial composition of students in 35049?
35049 public high schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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