For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 931 students in 35579, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35579, AL are Oakman Middle School and Oakman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35579 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35579, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35579, AL 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakman Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
142 School St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Gr: PK-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Oakman High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10699 Main St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3381
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3381
Gr: 9-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35579, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35579, AL include Oakman Middle School and Oakman High School.
How many public schools are located in 35579?
2 public schools are located in 35579.
What is the racial composition of students in 35579?
35579 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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