Best 35121 Alabama Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,015 students in 35121, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35121, AL are Oneonta Middle School and Appalachian School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35121 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35121, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).

Best 35121, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oneonta Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
27605 State Highway 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Gr: 6-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Appalachian School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
350 County Highway 12
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Allgood Alternative School
Alternative School
45 Community Rd
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Gr: 2-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35121, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35121, AL include Oneonta Middle School and Appalachian School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35121?
3 public middle schools are located in 35121.
What is the racial composition of students in 35121?
35121 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).

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