For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 874 students in 35661, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35661, AL is Muscle Shoals High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35661 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35661, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35661 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Muscle Shoals 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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35661, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Muscle Shoals High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 E Avalon Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2682
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2682
Gr: 9-12 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Muscle Shoals Career Academy
Vocational School
321 Jim Holland Drive
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2660
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2660
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35661, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35661, AL include Muscle Shoals High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35661?
2 public high schools are located in 35661.
What is the racial composition of students in 35661?
35661 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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