For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,494 students in 35601, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35601, AL are Austin Junior High School and Decatur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35601 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35601, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35601, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Austin Junior High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Gr: 8-9 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Prospect Drive Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3035
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3035
Gr: 6-8 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
35601, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1302 5th Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Gr: 6-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
East Alabama Medical Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2000 Pepperell Pkwy
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Horizon High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
809 Church St Ne
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35601, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35601, AL include Austin Junior High School and Decatur Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35601?
3 public middle schools are located in 35601.
What is the racial composition of students in 35601?
35601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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