For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,060 students in Alabaster, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in Alabaster, AL is Thompson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alabaster, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in Alabaster have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Alabaster, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thompson High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Alabaster, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thompson High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1921 Warrior Parkway
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 685-6700
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 685-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,060 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Alabaster, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Alabaster, AL include Thompson High School.
How many public high schools are located in Alabaster?
2 public high schools are located in Alabaster.
What is the racial composition of students in Alabaster?
Alabaster public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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