Best 35654 Alabama Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 410 students in 35654, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35654, AL is Tharptown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35654 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35654, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35654 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tharptown High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).

Best 35654, AL Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tharptown High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
255 Highway 80
Russellville, AL 35654
(256) 332-6485
Gr: 7-12 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35654, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35654, AL include Tharptown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35654?
1 public high schools are located in 35654.
What is the racial composition of students in 35654?
35654 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).

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