For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 805 students in 35404, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35404, AL are Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School and The Alberta School Of Performing Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35404 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35404, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35404, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
315 Mcfarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
The Alberta School Of Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2700 University Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3564
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3564
Gr: PK-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
35404, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1300 21st St E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3622
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3622
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
2605 Southview Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Tuscaloosa County Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
7 Nunnelly Dr
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2662
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2662
Gr: 4-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 68%
315 Mcfarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3652
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3652
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35404, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35404, AL include Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School and The Alberta School Of Performing Arts.
How many public middle schools are located in 35404?
2 public middle schools are located in 35404.
What is the racial composition of students in 35404?
35404 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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