For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 270 students in 36862, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in 36862, AL are Inspire Virtual Academy and Lafayette High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36862 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36862, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36862 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Inspire Virtual Academy, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36862, AL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Inspire Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
318 Avc Drive
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Grades: 6-12
| 62 students
Rank: #22.
Lafayette High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
214 1st Ave Se
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-9881
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-9881
Grades: 9-12
| 208 students
Rank: n/an/a
Inspire Academy
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
Area Vocational Center Dr
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 36862, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 36862, AL include Inspire Virtual Academy and Lafayette High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36862?
3 public high schools are located in 36862.
What is the racial composition of students in 36862?
36862 public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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