For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 943 students in 35476, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35476, AL are Lloyd Wood Education Center and Echols Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35476 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35476, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35476, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lloyd Wood Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2300 26th Avenue
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2660
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2660
Gr: PK-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Echols Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Echols Ave
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2884
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2884
Gr: 7-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35476, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35476, AL include Lloyd Wood Education Center and Echols Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35476?
2 public middle schools are located in 35476.
What is the racial composition of students in 35476?
35476 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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