For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 545 students in 36804, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36804, AL is Sanford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 36804 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36804, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36804, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanford Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Lee Road 11
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6040
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6040
Gr: 5-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36804, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36804, AL include Sanford Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36804?
1 public middle schools are located in 36804.
What is the racial composition of students in 36804?
36804 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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