For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 452 students in 36278, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 36278, AL is Randolph County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36278 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36278, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36278 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Randolph County High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36278, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Randolph County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
465 Woodland Ave
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4751
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4751
Grades: 7-12
| 452 students
Rank: n/an/a
Randolphroanoke Career Technology Center
Vocational School
960 Main St S
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
36278, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Randolphroanoke Career Technology Center (Closed 2021)
Vocational School
960 Main Stsouth
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 36278, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 36278, AL include Randolph County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36278?
2 public high schools are located in 36278.
What is the racial composition of students in 36278?
36278 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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