For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 628 students in 35125, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35125, AL is Duran Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35125 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35125, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35125, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Duran Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
309 Williamson Drive
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2825
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2825
Gr: 7-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
35125, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rise Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1300 Cogswell Avenue
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-3700
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-3700
Gr: PK-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35125, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35125, AL include Duran Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35125?
1 public middle schools are located in 35125.
What is the racial composition of students in 35125?
35125 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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