For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,157 students in 35653, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35653, AL are Russellville Middle School and Belgreen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35653 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35653, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35653, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russellville Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
765 Summit St
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Belgreen High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14220 Highway 187
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Gr: PK-12 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35653, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35653, AL include Russellville Middle School and Belgreen High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35653?
2 public middle schools are located in 35653.
What is the racial composition of students in 35653?
35653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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