For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,112 students in 35801, AL (there are 7 private schools, serving 630 private students). 83% 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35801, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
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 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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 | 1,802 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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: 6-8 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
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
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
817 Cook Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 532-0300
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 532-0300
Gr: K-12
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?
83% 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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