Best 36877 Alabama Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,588 students in 36877, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 36877, AL is Smiths Station High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36877 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 36877, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36877 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Smiths Station High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).

Best 36877, AL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smiths Station High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4228 Panther Parkway
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 664-4060
Gr: 9-12 | 1,588 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
1150 Mullin Road
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 664-4063
Gr: 9

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36877, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36877, AL include Smiths Station High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36877?
2 public high schools are located in 36877.
What is the racial composition of students in 36877?
36877 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).

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