For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 445 students in 35960, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35960, AL is Centre Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35960 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35960, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35960, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Centre Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 East Main Street
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Grades: 5-8
| 445 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cherokee County Career Technology Center
Vocational School
600 Bay Springs Rd
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35960, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35960, AL include Centre Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35960?
2 public middle schools are located in 35960.
What is the racial composition of students in 35960?
35960 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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