For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 663 students in 35630, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35630, AL is Florence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35630 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35630, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35630, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Florence Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
648 North Cherry
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3100
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3100
Gr: 7-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Florence Learning Center
Alternative School
610 W College St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Gr: 6-12
35630, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1701 Cole St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Gr: PK-4 | 224 students Minority enrollment: 33%
955 Beale Street
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35630, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35630, AL include Florence Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35630?
2 public middle schools are located in 35630.
What is the racial composition of students in 35630?
35630 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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