For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 481 students in 35960, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35960, AL is Cherokee County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35960 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35960, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35960 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cherokee County High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35960, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherokee County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
910 Warrior Dr
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3625
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-3625
Grades: 9-12
| 481 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cherokee County Career Technology Center
Vocational School
600 Bay Springs Rd
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35960, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35960, AL include Cherokee County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35960?
2 public high schools are located in 35960.
What is the racial composition of students in 35960?
35960 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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