Best 35670 Alabama Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 930 students in 35670, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35670, AL are Union Hill School and Cotaco School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35670 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35670, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).

Best 35670, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Hill School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2221 Union Hill Rd
Somerville, AL 35670
(256) 498-2431
Gr: PK-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Cotaco School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 Cotaco School Rd
Somerville, AL 35670
(256) 778-8153
Gr: PK-8 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35670, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35670, AL include Union Hill School and Cotaco School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35670?
2 public middle schools are located in 35670.
What is the racial composition of students in 35670?
35670 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).

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