For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,974 students in 35802, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35802, AL is Virgil Grissom High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35802 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35802, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35802 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Virgil Grissom High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35802, AL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Virgil Grissom High School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Haysland Road
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 428-8000
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 428-8000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,974 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mental Health Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
4040 Memorial Pkwy S W
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 533-1970
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 533-1970
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35802, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35802, AL include Virgil Grissom High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35802?
2 public high schools are located in 35802.
What is the racial composition of students in 35802?
35802 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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