For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 534 students in 36853, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 36853, AL is Dadeville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 36853 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 36853, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36853 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dadeville High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 36853, AL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dadeville High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
227 Weldon St
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-7848
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-7848
Gr: 6-12 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
36853, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
254 Leach Street
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2846
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2846
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Tallapoosa County Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
254-a Leach Street
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2848
Dadeville, AL 36853
(256) 825-2848
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36853, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36853, AL include Dadeville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36853?
1 public high schools are located in 36853.
What is the racial composition of students in 36853?
36853 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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