For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,602 students in Sylacauga, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Sylacauga, AL are Fayetteville High School, Sylacauga High School and Bb Comer Memorial High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sylacauga, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in Sylacauga have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public high schools.
Sylacauga, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sylacauga 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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Sylacauga, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fayetteville High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
170 W W Averitte Dr
Sylacauga, AL 35151
(256) 315-5550
Sylacauga, AL 35151
(256) 315-5550
Gr: PK-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Sylacauga High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 N Broadway
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 249-0911
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 249-0911
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Bb Comer Memorial High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Seminole Ave
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 315-5400
Sylacauga, AL 35150
(256) 315-5400
Gr: 7-12 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Sylacauga, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Sylacauga, AL include Fayetteville High School, Sylacauga High School and Bb Comer Memorial High School.
How many public high schools are located in Sylacauga?
3 public high schools are located in Sylacauga.
What is the racial composition of students in Sylacauga?
Sylacauga public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Sylacauga are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Sylacauga include: Bb Comer Memorial High School vs. Sylacauga High School, Bb Comer Memorial High School vs. Fayetteville High School, Sylacauga High School vs. Bb Comer Memorial High School
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