For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,076 students in Phenix City, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in Phenix City, AL is Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Phenix City, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Phenix City have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Phenix City, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Phenix City, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Dobbs Dr
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 298-3626
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 298-3626
Gr: 9-12 | 1,568 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
2800 Dobbs Drive
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 448-8780
Phenix City, AL 36870
(334) 448-8780
Gr: 9 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Success Academy
Alternative School
1700 17th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-9876
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-9876
Gr: PK-12
Phenix City, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Multi-handicapped Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
P O Box 400
Phenix City, AL 36868
(334) 855-0500
Phenix City, AL 36868
(334) 855-0500
Gr: PK-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
P O Box 400
Phenix City, AL 36868
(334) 855-3528
Phenix City, AL 36868
(334) 855-3528
Gr: K-5 | 74 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Russell Area Vocational School (Closed 2005)
Vocational School
P O Box 400
Phenix City, AL 36868
(334) 855-4378
Phenix City, AL 36868
(334) 855-4378
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Phenix City, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Phenix City, AL include Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Phenix City?
3 public high schools are located in Phenix City.
What is the racial composition of students in Phenix City?
Phenix City public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Phenix City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Phenix City include: Central Freshman Academy vs. Central High School
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