For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 738 students in 35490, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35490, AL is Brookwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35490 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35490, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35490, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookwood Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17021 Brookwood Parkway
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2748
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2748
Gr: 6-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35490, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35490, AL include Brookwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35490?
1 public middle schools are located in 35490.
What is the racial composition of students in 35490?
35490 public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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