Best 35553 Alabama Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 461 students in 35553, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35553, AL are Double Springs Middle School and Winston County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35553 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35553, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).

Best 35553, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Double Springs Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1218 County Rd 24
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 717-3328
Gr: 5-7 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Winston County High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1222 Co Rd 24
Double Springs, AL 35553
(205) 489-5593
Gr: 8-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35553, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35553, AL include Double Springs Middle School and Winston County High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35553?
2 public middle schools are located in 35553.
What is the racial composition of students in 35553?
35553 public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).

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