For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 642 students in 35661, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35661, AL is Muscle Shoals Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35661 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35661, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35661, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Muscle Shoals Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Trojan Dr
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2640
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 389-2640
Gr: 6-8 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35661, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35661, AL include Muscle Shoals Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35661?
1 public middle schools are located in 35661.
What is the racial composition of students in 35661?
35661 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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