For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,123 students in Opelika, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Opelika, AL are Opelika High School and Beauregard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Opelika, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in Opelika have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Opelika, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Beauregard High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Opelika, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Opelika High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Bulldog Pkwy
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9715
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9715
Gr: 9-12 | 1,590 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Beauregard High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7343 Al Highway 51
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6010
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6010
Gr: 9-12 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Opelika Learning Center
Alternative School
214 Jeter Avenue
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Opelika, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Opelika, AL include Opelika High School and Beauregard High School.
How many public high schools are located in Opelika?
3 public high schools are located in Opelika.
What is the racial composition of students in Opelika?
Opelika public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Opelika are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Opelika include: Opelika Learning Center vs. Opelika High School, Beauregard High School vs. Opelika High School
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