For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 210 students in 35616, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35616, AL is Cherokee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35616 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35616, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 35616, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 High School Dr
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-4434
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-4434
Gr: 7-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
35616, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35616, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35616, AL include Cherokee High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35616?
1 public middle schools are located in 35616.
What is the racial composition of students in 35616?
35616 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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