For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 481 students in Hamilton, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in Hamilton, AL are Marion County Alternative School and Hamilton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Hamilton, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hamilton High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Hamilton, AL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marion County Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
188 Winchester Dr
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Grades: 5-12
| 15 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 Aggie Ave
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-3281
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-3281
Grades: 9-12
| 466 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Hamilton, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in Hamilton, AL include Marion County Alternative School and Hamilton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Hamilton?
2 public high schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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