For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,341 students in 35653, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 35653, AL are Belgreen High School and Russellville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35653 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35653, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35653 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Russellville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35653, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belgreen High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14220 Highway 187
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Gr: PK-12 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Russellville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1865 Waterloo Rd
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Gr: 9-12 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Franklin County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
85 Jail Springs Road
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-2127
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-2127
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Russellville City Career Tech Center
Vocational School
1865 Waterloo Road
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2110
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35653, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35653, AL include Belgreen High School and Russellville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35653?
4 public high schools are located in 35653.
What is the racial composition of students in 35653?
35653 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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