For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 379 students in 36320, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36320, AL is Cottonwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 36320 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36320, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 36320, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
663 Houston St
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Gr: 7-12 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36320, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36320, AL include Cottonwood High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36320?
1 public middle schools are located in 36320.
What is the racial composition of students in 36320?
36320 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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