Best 35579 Alabama Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 625 students in 35579, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35579, AL is Oakman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35579 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35579, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).

Best 35579, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakman Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
142 School St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Gr: PK-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35579, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35579, AL include Oakman Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35579?
1 public middle schools are located in 35579.
What is the racial composition of students in 35579?
35579 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).

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