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Best 35209 Alabama Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,925 students in 35209, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 35209, AL are Homewood High School, Magic City Acceptance Academy and Jefferson County Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35209 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35209, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35209 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Homewood High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).

Best 35209, AL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Homewood High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1901 S Lakeshore Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 871-9663
Gr: 9-12 | 1,333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Magic City Acceptance Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
75 Bagby Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 961-3204
Gr: 6-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson County Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2100 18th Street South
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 379-2070
Gr: 1-12 | 247 students Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35209, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35209, AL include Homewood High School, Magic City Acceptance Academy and Jefferson County Virtual School.
How many public high schools are located in 35209?
3 public high schools are located in 35209.
What is the racial composition of students in 35209?
35209 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).

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