For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,119 students in 35242, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in 35242, AL are Spain Park High School and Oak Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35242 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in 35242, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35242 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Alabama average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Spain Park High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 35242, AL Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spain Park High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4700 Jaguar Drive
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 439-1400
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 439-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,579 students
Rank: #22.
Oak Mountain High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5476 Caldwell Mill Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 682-5200
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 682-5200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,540 students
35242, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Allan Cott School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
150 Glenwood Ln
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Allen Cott (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Daniel House (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Glenwood Inc (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Glenwood Wilderness (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Lakeview Day School Prog (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35242, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35242, AL include Spain Park High School and Oak Mountain High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35242, AL?
2 public high schools are located in 35242, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35242, AL?
35242, AL public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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