For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 780 students in 35071, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35071, AL is Bragg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35071 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35071, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35071, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bragg Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
840 Hazels Way
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-2600
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35071, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35071, AL include Bragg Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35071?
1 public middle schools are located in 35071.
What is the racial composition of students in 35071?
35071 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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