For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 1,228 students in 35612, AL.
The top ranked public school in 35612, AL is Athens High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 35612 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35612, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35612, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Athens High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
655 Hwy 31 North
Athens, AL 35612
(256) 233-6613
Athens, AL 35612
(256) 233-6613
Gr: 9-12 | 1,228 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35612, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35612, AL include Athens High School.
How many public schools are located in 35612?
1 public schools are located in 35612.
What is the racial composition of students in 35612?
35612 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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