Summary:
Zip code 35581 is home to just one high school, Phil Campbell High School, a small rural school in Phil Campbell, Alabama, serving grades 7 through 12 with a total enrollment of 382 students.
Phil Campbell High School is on a clear upward trajectory, jumping from the 48th to the 70th percentile in state rankings over just two years. This improvement is especially notable given that nearly 58% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch. The school’s standout subject is science, where 8th graders post a 63.33% proficiency rate—more than nine points above the state average—and 11th graders also beat the state by over three points. In fact, the school outperforms its district, Franklin County, in nearly every subject and grade level tested. Math performance is more uneven: 11th graders exceed the state average, but 7th and 8th graders lag slightly behind, and 8th grade math dropped sharply year-over-year. English results are mixed, with 7th graders above the state average but 8th and 11th graders below it, particularly a notable drop in proficiency by 11th grade.
With a favorable 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio and a chronic absenteeism rate (11.4%) below the state average, the school provides a supportive environment. However, its graduation rate of 90.0% trails both the district (91.0%) and state (91.5%). Given the small cohort sizes—roughly 64 students per grade—test scores can swing significantly from year to year, as seen in double-digit changes in both directions. Parents should view the recent gains as promising but recognize that individual class strengths can heavily influence results. Overall, Phil Campbell High School offers a strong science program and improving academics, with room to grow in high school English and consistency across all subjects.
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