For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 919 students in 35967, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35967, AL are Fort Payne Middle School and Ruhuma Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35967 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35967, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35967, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Payne Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4910 Martin Ave Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-7501
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-7501
Grades: 6-8
| 756 students
Rank: #22.
Ruhuma Junior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3371 County Road 81
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3377
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3377
Grades: PK-8
| 163 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative School
Alternative School
155 20th Street Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3711
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3711
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35967, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35967, AL include Fort Payne Middle School and Ruhuma Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35967?
3 public middle schools are located in 35967.
What is the racial composition of students in 35967?
35967 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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