For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 362 students in 35901, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35901, AL is Gaston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35901 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35901, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35901 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gaston High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35901, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaston High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4550 Us Highway 411
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gr: 7-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Etowah County Special Education Learning Center
Special Education School
401 Broad Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Gadsden City Alternative School
Alternative School
607 S 12th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gr: 6-12
35901, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2000 S 11th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Gr: K-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35901, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35901, AL include Gaston High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35901?
3 public high schools are located in 35901.
What is the racial composition of students in 35901?
35901 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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