For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,530 students in 36801, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 36801, AL is Opelika High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36801 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36801, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36801 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Opelika High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36801, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Opelika High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Bulldog Pkwy
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9715
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9715
Gr: 9-12 | 1,530 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Opelika Learning Center
Alternative School
214 Jeter Avenue
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Gr: K-12
36801, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brown Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1103 Glenn St
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9709
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9709
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Lee County Youth Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1109 Spring Drive
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-6771
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-6771
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36801, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36801, AL include Opelika High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36801?
2 public high schools are located in 36801.
What is the racial composition of students in 36801?
36801 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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