For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,802 students in 35801, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35801, AL is Huntsville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35801 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35801, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35801 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Huntsville High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35801, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Huntsville High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2304 Billie Watkins St Sw
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8050
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-8050
Grades: 9-12
| 1,802 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
817 Cook Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 532-0300
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 532-0300
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
35801, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
605 Clinton Ave
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7140
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7140
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1110 Meridian St North
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7260
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-7260
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35801, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35801, AL include Huntsville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35801?
2 public high schools are located in 35801.
What is the racial composition of students in 35801?
35801 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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