For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,154 students in 35242, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in 35242, AL are Oak Mountain High School and Spain Park High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35242 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35242, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35242 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oak Mountain High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35242, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Mountain High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5476 Caldwell Mill Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 682-5200
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 682-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,652 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Spain Park High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4700 Jaguar Drive
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 439-1400
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 439-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,502 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
35242, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Allan Cott School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
150 Glenwood Ln
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Gr: 1-12
Daniel House (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Glenwood Inc (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Glenwood Wilderness (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Lakeview Day School Prog (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35242, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35242, AL include Oak Mountain High School and Spain Park High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35242?
2 public high schools are located in 35242.
What is the racial composition of students in 35242?
35242 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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