For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 245 students in 36862, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 36862, AL are Inspire Virtual Academy and Lafayette High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 36862 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 36862, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 36862 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lafayette High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36862, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Inspire Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
318 Avc Drive
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Gr: 6-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
214 1st Ave Se
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-9881
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-9881
Gr: 9-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Inspire Academy
Vocational School
Area Vocational Center Dr
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8863
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 36862, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 36862, AL include Inspire Virtual Academy and Lafayette High School.
How many public high schools are located in 36862?
3 public high schools are located in 36862.
What is the racial composition of students in 36862?
36862 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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