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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 35811


At a glance
12
Schools
5,412
Students
2
Districts
1
5-star school
Top rankedNew Century Technology High School4th of 374 Alabama high schools
Biggest riser
Madison County Virtual Academy up 141 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
New Century Technology High School 13.5 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
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5 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The 35811 zip code area in Alabama is home to 10 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools, spread across the Huntsville City and Madison County school districts. The academic performance of these schools varies significantly, with standout institutions like New Century Technology High School consistently ranking among the top high schools in the state, while others, such as Lee High School, struggle with lower proficiency rates.

The data reveals that schools with higher poverty levels, as indicated by free and reduced-price lunch rates, tend to have lower academic performance. For instance, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School has a 91.13% free/reduced lunch rate and lower proficiency rates, while Riverton Intermediate School, with a 30.67% free/reduced lunch rate, outperforms both the district and state averages in math, science, and English. The two magnet schools in the area, New Century Technology High School and Lee High School, also stand out for their strong academic performance.

Across the schools, chronic absenteeism rates are consistently high at 14.8%, suggesting a broader regional or district-level issue that needs to be addressed. Additionally, the public virtual high school, Madison County Virtual Academy, has mixed performance, ranking in the middle of Alabama high schools. Overall, the 35811 zip code area offers a diverse range of educational options, with some schools excelling and others struggling, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure equitable access to quality education for all students.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Alabama State Department of Education.

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