For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,053 students in 35040, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35040, AL is Calera High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35040 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35040, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35040 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Calera High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35040, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calera High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Calera Eagle Drive
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6100
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,053 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35040, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35040, AL include Calera High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35040?
1 public high schools are located in 35040.
What is the racial composition of students in 35040?
35040 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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