For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,218 students in 35986, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35986, AL is Plainview School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35986 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35986, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35986, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plainview School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
76 Chavies Rd
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-3510
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-3510
Gr: PK-12 | 1,218 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
Dekalb Annex School
Special Education School
409 E Main St
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-4131
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-4131
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35986, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35986, AL include Plainview School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35986?
2 public middle schools are located in 35986.
What is the racial composition of students in 35986?
35986 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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