For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,567 students in 36265, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 36265, AL are Jacksonville High School, Pleasant Valley High School and Scc Virtual Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36265 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 36265, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36265 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jacksonville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 36265, AL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonville High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 George Douthit Dr Sw
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 782-8800
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 782-8800
Gr: 7-12 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Valley High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4141 Pleasant Valley Rd
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-6700
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-6700
Gr: 7-12 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Scc Virtual Preparatory Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
410 Roy Drive
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(205) 594-7131
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(205) 594-7131
Gr: K-12 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Calhoun County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
1200 Church St Se
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-4600
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-4600
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36265, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36265, AL include Jacksonville High School, Pleasant Valley High School and Scc Virtual Preparatory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 36265?
4 public high schools are located in 36265.
What is the racial composition of students in 36265?
36265 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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