For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,027 students in 35476, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35476, AL are Lloyd Wood Education Center and Echols Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35476 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35476, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35476, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lloyd Wood Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2300 26th Avenue
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2660
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2660
Grades: PK-12
| 186 students
Rank: #22.
Echols Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Echols Ave
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2884
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2884
Grades: 7-8
| 841 students
35476, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2300 26th Ave
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2690
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 342-2690
Grades: 6-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35476, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35476, AL include Lloyd Wood Education Center and Echols Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35476?
2 public middle schools are located in 35476.
What is the racial composition of students in 35476?
35476 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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