Best 35226 Alabama Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 865 students in 35226, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35226, AL is Ira F Simmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35226 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35226, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).

Best 35226, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ira F Simmons Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1575 Patton Chapel Road
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 439-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35226, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35226, AL include Ira F Simmons Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35226?
1 public middle schools are located in 35226.
What is the racial composition of students in 35226?
35226 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).

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