Top 5 Best 35601 Alabama Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,823 students in 35601, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in 35601, AL are Decatur High Developmental, Austin Junior High School and Decatur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35601 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in 35601, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35601 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Alabama average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Austin High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 44% (majority Black).

Best 35601, AL Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Decatur High Developmental
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
910 Somerville Road Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3008
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #22.
Austin Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Grades: 8-9
| 751 students
Rank: #33.
Decatur High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
910 Somerville Road
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3011
Grades: 9-12
| 997 students
Rank: #44.
Austin High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3004 Modaus Road
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Grades: 10-12
| 1,037 students
Rank: n/an/a
Career Technical Center
Vocational School
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
Long Term Case
Alternative School
406 2nd Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 308-2308
Grades: K-12
| 0 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 35601 Alabama

35601, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1302 5th Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Grades: 6-8
| 494 students
2000 Pepperell Pkwy
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
809 Church St Ne
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 35601, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35601, AL include Decatur High Developmental, Austin Junior High School and Decatur High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35601, AL?
6 public high schools are located in 35601, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35601, AL?
35601, AL public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 44% (majority Black).

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