For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 920 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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35579, AL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakman Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
142 School St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Gr: 5-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Oakman High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10699 Main St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3381
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3381
Gr: 9-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
142 School Street
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3790
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3790
Gr: PK-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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?
3 public schools are located in 35579.
What is the racial composition of students in 35579?
35579 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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