For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 320 students in 36272, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 36272, AL is Piedmont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 36272 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36272, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36272 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Piedmont High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36272, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piedmont High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
750 Tom Bible Mem Hwy
Piedmont, AL 36272
(256) 447-2829
Piedmont, AL 36272
(256) 447-2829
Gr: 9-12 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
36272, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Learning Tree Inc Webb (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6344 Roy Webb Rd
Piedmont, AL 36272
(205) 447-9349
Piedmont, AL 36272
(205) 447-9349
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36272, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36272, AL include Piedmont High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36272?
1 public high schools are located in 36272.
What is the racial composition of students in 36272?
36272 public high schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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