For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 544 students in Vernon, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in Vernon, AL is Lamar County Highintermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vernon, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in Vernon have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
Vernon, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lamar County Highintermediate, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Vernon, AL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar County Highintermediate
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8990 Highway 18
Vernon, AL 35592
(205) 695-7717
Vernon, AL 35592
(205) 695-7717
Gr: 4-12 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Lamar County School Of Technology
Vocational School
43880 Hwy 17 South
Vernon, AL 35592
(205) 695-7129
Vernon, AL 35592
(205) 695-7129
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Vernon, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Vernon, AL include Lamar County Highintermediate.
How many public high schools are located in Vernon?
2 public high schools are located in Vernon.
What is the racial composition of students in Vernon?
Vernon public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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