For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,142 students in 35801, AL (there are 7 private schools, serving 600 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 35801, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35801, AL are Monte Sano Elementary School, Blossomwood Elementary School and Huntsville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35801 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35801, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35801, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monte Sano Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1107 Monte Sano Blvd Se
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7300
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7300
Grades: PK-6
| 263 students
Rank: #22.
Blossomwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1321 Woodmont Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7020
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7020
Grades: PK-6
| 635 students
Rank: #33.
Huntsville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2304 Billie Watkins St Sw
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8050
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8050
Grades: 9-12
| 1,826 students
Rank: #44.
Huntsville Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
817 Adams St Se
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7700
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7700
Grades: 6-8
| 418 students
Rank: n/an/a
Child Count Only
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1001 Monroe St
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 761-3200
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 761-3200
Grades: 9
| n/a students
35801, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
605 Clinton Ave
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7140
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7140
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1110 Meridian St North
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7260
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7260
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Neavesdavis Detention Center For Children (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
817 Cook Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 532-0300
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 532-0300
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35801, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35801, AL include Monte Sano Elementary School, Blossomwood Elementary School and Huntsville High School.
How many public schools are located in 35801?
5 public schools are located in 35801.
What percentage of students in 35801 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 35801 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35801?
35801 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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