For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,772 students in 36854, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36854, AL are W F Burns Middle School, Beulah High School and Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 36854 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36854, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 36854, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W F Burns Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
292 Johnson St
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3567
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3567
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Beulah High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4848 Lee Road 270
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Gr: 7-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Valley High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Highway 29
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Gr: 7-12 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36854, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36854, AL include W F Burns Middle School, Beulah High School and Valley High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36854?
3 public middle schools are located in 36854.
What is the racial composition of students in 36854?
36854 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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