Best 35579 Alabama Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 931 students in 35579, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35579, AL are Oakman Middle School and Oakman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35579 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35579, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).

Best 35579, AL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakman Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
142 School St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Gr: PK-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Oakman High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10699 Main St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3381
Gr: 9-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 35579, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35579, AL include Oakman Middle School and Oakman High School.
How many public schools are located in 35579?
2 public schools are located in 35579.
What is the racial composition of students in 35579?
35579 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).

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