For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 964 students in 35121, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35121, AL are Oneonta Middle School and Appalachian School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35121 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35121, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35121, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oneonta Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27605 State Highway 75
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 543-5203
Grades: 6-8
| 300 students
Rank: #22.
Appalachian School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 County Highway 12
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1970
Grades: PK-12
| 664 students
Rank: n/an/a
Allgood Alternative School
Alternative School
45 Community Rd
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Oneonta, AL 35121
(205) 775-1960
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35121, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35121, AL include Oneonta Middle School and Appalachian School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35121?
3 public middle schools are located in 35121.
What is the racial composition of students in 35121?
35121 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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