For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,607 students in 35601, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35601, AL are Austin Junior High School and Decatur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35601 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 35601, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35601, AL Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Austin Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Grades: 8-9
| 751 students
Rank: #22.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Prospect Drive Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3035
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3035
Grades: 6-8
| 856 students
Rank: n/an/a
Long Term Case
Alternative School
406 2nd Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 308-2308
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 308-2308
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
35601, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1302 5th Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Grades: 6-8
| 494 students
East Alabama Medical Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2000 Pepperell Pkwy
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Horizon High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
809 Church St Ne
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35601, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35601, AL include Austin Junior High School and Decatur Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35601, AL?
3 public middle schools are located in 35601, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35601, AL?
35601, AL public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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