For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 791 students in 35803, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35803, AL are Mountain Gap Middle School and Challenger Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35803 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35803, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35803, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Gap Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 Mountain Gap Road Se
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7720
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7720
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Challenger Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13555 Chaney Thompson Rd
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7620
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7620
Gr: 6-9 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35803, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35803, AL include Mountain Gap Middle School and Challenger Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35803?
2 public middle schools are located in 35803.
What is the racial composition of students in 35803?
35803 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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