Best 35097 Alabama Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 415 students in 35097, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35097, AL is Locust Fork High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35097 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35097, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35097 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Locust Fork 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).

Best 35097, AL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Locust Fork High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
77 School Rd
Locust Fork, AL 35097
(205) 681-7846
Gr: 7-12 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35097, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35097, AL include Locust Fork High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35097?
1 public high schools are located in 35097.
What is the racial composition of students in 35097?
35097 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).

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