For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 631 students in 35581, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35581, AL are East Franklin Junior High School and Phil Campbell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35581 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35581, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35581, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Franklin Junior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1815 Highway 89
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2140
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2140
Gr: PK-9 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Phil Campbell High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
65 School St
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2150
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2150
Gr: 7-12 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35581, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35581, AL include East Franklin Junior High School and Phil Campbell High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35581?
2 public middle schools are located in 35581.
What is the racial composition of students in 35581?
35581 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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