For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 4,266 students in 35080, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 217 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 35080, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35080, AL are Helena Intermediate School, Helena Middle School and Helena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35080 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35080, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35080, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helena Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3500 Hwy 52
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5520
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5520
Grades: 3-5
| 945 students
Rank: #22.
Helena Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1299 Hillsboro Parkway
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Grades: 6-8
| 1,035 students
Rank: #33.
Helena High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1310 Hillsboro Parkway
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-3650
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-3650
Grades: 9-12
| 1,418 students
Rank: n/an/a
Helena Elementary School
Magnet School
187 Third St
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5540
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5540
Grades: K-2
| 868 students
35080, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Central Office Bldg
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35080, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35080, AL include Helena Intermediate School, Helena Middle School and Helena High School.
How many public schools are located in 35080?
4 public schools are located in 35080.
What percentage of students in 35080 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 35080 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35080?
35080 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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