For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,534 students in 35801, AL (there are 7 private schools, serving 630 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 35801, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35801, AL are Monte Sano Elementary School, Huntsville High School and Blossomwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35801 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35801, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35801, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monte Sano Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1107 Monte Sano Blvd Se
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7300
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7300
Gr: PK-6 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Huntsville High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2304 Billie Watkins St Sw
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8050
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,807 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Blossomwood Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1321 Woodmont Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7020
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7020
Gr: PK-6 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Huntsville Junior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
817 Adams St Se
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7700
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7700
Gr: 7-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
1302 Woodmont Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8005
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8005
Gr: K-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 68:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Child Count Only
Special Education School
1001 Monroe St
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 761-3200
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 761-3200
35801, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
605 Clinton Ave
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7140
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7140
Gr: K-5
1110 Meridian St North
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7260
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7260
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35801, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35801, AL include Monte Sano Elementary School, Huntsville High School and Blossomwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35801?
6 public schools are located in 35801.
What percentage of students in 35801 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 35801 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35801?
35801 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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