For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 803 students in 35674, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35674, AL are Deshler Middle School and Colbert Heights High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35674 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35674, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35674, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deshler Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
598 N High St
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2920
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2920
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Colbert Heights High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6825 Woodmont Dr
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 383-7875
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 383-7875
Gr: 7-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Deshler Alternative School
Alternative School
200 North Commons East
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2900
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2900
Gr: 4-12
35674, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
T V Y S D F (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2216 Missouri St
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2900
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2900
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35674, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35674, AL include Deshler Middle School and Colbert Heights High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35674?
3 public middle schools are located in 35674.
What is the racial composition of students in 35674?
35674 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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