For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 289 students in 35481, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35481, AL is Pickens County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35481 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35481, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35481, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pickens County High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 4th Ave Se
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-2344
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-2344
Gr: 5-12 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35481, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35481, AL include Pickens County High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35481?
1 public middle schools are located in 35481.
What is the racial composition of students in 35481?
35481 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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