For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 494 students in 35148, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35148, AL is Sumiton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35148 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35148, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35148, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sumiton Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
275 1st St N
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-2390
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-2390
Gr: 5-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35148, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35148, AL include Sumiton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35148?
1 public middle schools are located in 35148.
What is the racial composition of students in 35148?
35148 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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