For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,945 students in 35127, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35127, AL are Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School, Fultondale High School and Pleasant Grove High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35127 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35127, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35127, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
805 7th Ave
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5280
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5280
Gr: 6-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Fultondale High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2023 Wildcat Parkway
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-3500
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-3500
Gr: 6-12 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Grove High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Spartan Drive
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5250
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5250
Gr: 6-12 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35127, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35127, AL include Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School, Fultondale High School and Pleasant Grove High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35127?
3 public middle schools are located in 35127.
What is the racial composition of students in 35127?
35127 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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