For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,161 students in 36854, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in 36854, AL are Beulah High School and Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36854 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36854, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36854 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Beulah 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36854, AL Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beulah High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4848 Lee Road 270
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Gr: 7-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Valley High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Highway 29
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Gr: 9-12 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 36854, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 36854, AL include Beulah High School and Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36854?
2 public high schools are located in 36854.
What is the racial composition of students in 36854?
36854 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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