For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 452 students in 36278, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 36278, AL is Randolph County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36278 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36278, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36278 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Randolph County High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36278, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Randolph County High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
465 Woodland Ave
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4751
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4751
Gr: 7-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Randolphroanoke Career Technology Center
Vocational School
960 Main St S
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Gr: 10-12
36278, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Randolphroanoke Career Technology Center (Closed 2021)
Vocational School
960 Main Stsouth
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36278, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36278, AL include Randolph County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36278?
2 public high schools are located in 36278.
What is the racial composition of students in 36278?
36278 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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