For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 363 students in 35049, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35049, AL is Cleveland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35049 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35049, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35049, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
71 High School St
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2030
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2030
Grades: 7-12
| 363 students
Rank: n/an/a
Blount County Learning Center
Special Education School
189 Horton Ln
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35049, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35049, AL include Cleveland High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35049?
2 public middle schools are located in 35049.
What is the racial composition of students in 35049?
35049 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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