For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,564 students in 36608, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 36608, AL are Clarkshaw Magnet School, Baker High School and Acceleration Day And Evening Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36608 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 36608, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36608 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Baker High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 36608, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkshaw Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5960 Arlberg Street
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 221-2106
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 221-2106
Gr: 6-9 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Baker High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8901 Airport Blvd
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 221-3000
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 221-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,271 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Acceleration Day And Evening Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3725 Airport Blvd
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 301-0050
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 301-0050
Gr: 9-12 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Augusta Evans School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6301 Biloxi Ave
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 221-5400
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 221-5400
Gr: 1-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36608, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36608, AL include Clarkshaw Magnet School, Baker High School and Acceleration Day And Evening Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 36608?
4 public high schools are located in 36608.
What is the racial composition of students in 36608?
36608 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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