For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,749 students in 36877, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 36877, AL is Smiths Station High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36877 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36877, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36877 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is equal to the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Smiths Station High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36877, AL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smiths Station High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4228 Panther Parkway
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 664-4060
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 664-4060
Grades: 10-12
| 1,286 students
Rank: n/an/a
Smith Station Freshman Center
Magnet School
1150 Mullin Road
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 664-4063
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 664-4063
Grades: 9
| 463 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 36877, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 36877, AL include Smiths Station High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36877?
2 public high schools are located in 36877.
What is the racial composition of students in 36877?
36877 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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