For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,092 students in 35121, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in 35121, AL are Oneonta High School and Appalachian School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35121 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35121, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35121 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oneonta High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35121, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oneonta High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27605 State Hwy 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 545-5913
Grades: 9-12
| 428 students
Rank: #22.
Appalachian School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 County Highway 12
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Grades: PK-12
| 664 students
Rank: n/an/a
Allgood Alternative School
Alternative School
45 Community Rd
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35121, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35121, AL include Oneonta High School and Appalachian School.
How many public high schools are located in 35121?
3 public high schools are located in 35121.
What is the racial composition of students in 35121?
35121 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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