For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 353 students in Attalla, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Attalla, AL is Etowah Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Attalla, AL public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Attalla have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Attalla, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Etowah Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
316 Jones Street
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3236
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-3236
Gr: 6-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
The Etowah County Refocus Center
Alternative School
106 Burke Ave Se
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8431
Attalla, AL 35954
(256) 538-8431
Gr: 4-12
Attalla, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Attalla, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Attalla, AL include Etowah Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Attalla?
2 public middle schools are located in Attalla.
What is the racial composition of students in Attalla?
Attalla public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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