For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 798 students in 35079, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35079, AL is Hayden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 35079 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35079, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 35079 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hayden 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35079, AL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayden High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
125 Atwood Road
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-0397
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-0397
Gr: 8-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35079, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35079, AL include Hayden High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35079?
1 public high schools are located in 35079.
What is the racial composition of students in 35079?
35079 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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