For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,063 students in Gardendale, AL.
The top ranked public high school in Gardendale, AL is Gardendale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gardendale, AL public high school have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Gardendale have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Gardendale, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gardendale High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Gardendale, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gardendale High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Main St
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3600
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,063 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Gardendale, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in Gardendale, AL include Gardendale High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gardendale?
1 public high schools are located in Gardendale.
What is the racial composition of students in Gardendale?
Gardendale public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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