For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,082 students in 35453, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35453, AL are Davisemerson Middle School and Eastwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35453 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35453, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35453, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Davisemerson Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Bulldog Blvd
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 342-2750
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 342-2750
Gr: 6-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Eastwood Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6314 Mary Harmon Bryant Drive
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 759-3613
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 759-3613
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35453, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35453, AL include Davisemerson Middle School and Eastwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35453?
2 public middle schools are located in 35453.
What is the racial composition of students in 35453?
35453 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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