For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,361 students in 35904, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35904, AL is Gadsden City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35904 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35904, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35904 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gadsden City High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35904, AL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gadsden City High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1917 Black Creek Parkway
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 543-3614
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 543-3614
Gr: 9-12 | 1,361 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
35904, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Bridge Inc Gadsden (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3232 Lay Springs Road
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-6324
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-6324
2210 W Meighan Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-3316
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-3316
Gr: 9-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Southeastern Psychiaric Management Inc (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
3001 Scenic Hwy
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-9265
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-9265
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35904, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35904, AL include Gadsden City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35904?
1 public high schools are located in 35904.
What is the racial composition of students in 35904?
35904 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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