For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 475 students in 35549, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35549, AL is Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35549 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35549, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35549, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
283 Bulldog Blvd
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4101
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4101
Gr: PK-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
35549, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carbon Hill Start School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9558 Hwy 124
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4133
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4133
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35549, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35549, AL include Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35549?
1 public middle schools are located in 35549.
What is the racial composition of students in 35549?
35549 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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