For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,876 students in 35601, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in 35601, AL are Decatur High Developmental, Decatur High School and Austin Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35601 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35601, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35601 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Austin High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35601, AL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Decatur High Developmental
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
910 Somerville Road Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3008
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3008
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #22.
Decatur High School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
910 Somerville Road
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3011
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3011
Grades: 9-12
| 1,040 students
Rank: #33.
Austin Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Grades: 8-9
| 773 students
Rank: #44.
Austin High School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3004 Modaus Road
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Grades: 10-12
| 1,025 students
Rank: n/an/a
Career Technical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Long Term Case
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
406 2nd Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 308-2308
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 308-2308
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
35601, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1302 5th Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Grades: 6-8
| 494 students
East Alabama Medical Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2000 Pepperell Pkwy
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Horizon High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
809 Church St Ne
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35601, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35601, AL include Decatur High Developmental, Decatur High School and Austin Junior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35601?
6 public high schools are located in 35601.
What is the racial composition of students in 35601?
35601 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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