For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 445 students in 35960, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35960, AL is Centre Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35960 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35960, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35960, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centre Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 East Main Street
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5656
Gr: 5-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Cherokee County Career Technology Center
Vocational School
600 Bay Springs Rd
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Centre, AL 35960
(256) 927-5351
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35960, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35960, AL include Centre Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35960?
2 public middle schools are located in 35960.
What is the racial composition of students in 35960?
35960 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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