For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 410 students in 35654, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35654, AL is Tharptown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35654 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35654, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35654, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tharptown High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
255 Highway 80
Russellville, AL 35654
(256) 332-6485
Russellville, AL 35654
(256) 332-6485
Gr: 7-12 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35654, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35654, AL include Tharptown High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35654?
1 public middle schools are located in 35654.
What is the racial composition of students in 35654?
35654 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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