For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 168 students in 35020, AL.
Public high schools in zipcode 35020 have a diversity score of 0.37, which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 0.61.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35020, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: n/an/a
Alabama Aerospace And Aviation High School
Charter School
114 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 538-0702
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 538-0702
Grades: 9-10
| 168 students
Rank: n/an/a
New Horizon Alternative School
Alternative School
1701 6th Ave N
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3036
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3036
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public high schools are located in 35020, AL?
2 public high schools are located in 35020, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35020?
35020 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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