For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 263 students in 36081, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36081, AL is Charles Henderson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 36081 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36081, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 36081, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Henderson Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 Elm St
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-5770
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-5770
Gr: 7-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
211 Lake Ave
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-7134
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-7134
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Pike County Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
101 West Love Street
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-1850
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-1850
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
Troypike Center For Technology
Vocational School
285 Gibbs St
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-5395
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-5395
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36081, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36081, AL include Charles Henderson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36081?
4 public middle schools are located in 36081.
What is the racial composition of students in 36081?
36081 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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