For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 829 students in 35901, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35901, AL are Gadsden Middle School and Gaston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35901 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35901, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35901, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gadsden Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
612 Tracy St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-6341
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-6341
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Gaston High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4550 Us Highway 411
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-8828
Gr: 7-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Etowah County Special Education Learning Center
Special Education School
401 Broad Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 442-1050
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Gadsden City Alternative School
Alternative School
607 S 12th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 547-5446
Gr: 6-12
35901, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2000 S 11th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-1373
Gr: K-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35901, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35901, AL include Gadsden Middle School and Gaston High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35901?
4 public middle schools are located in 35901.
What is the racial composition of students in 35901?
35901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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