For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 600 students in 36542, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36542, AL is Gulf Shores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 36542 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36542, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36542, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gulf Shores Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
36542, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1600 East 3rd St
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Gr: PK-6 | 1,065 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gr: 7-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36542, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36542, AL include Gulf Shores Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36542?
1 public middle schools are located in 36542.
What is the racial composition of students in 36542?
36542 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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