For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 725 students in 36117, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36117, AL is Carr Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 36117 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36117, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36117, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carr Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Ray Thorington Road
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 244-4005
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 244-4005
Gr: 6-8 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
36117, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Safety Net Academy Montgomery (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
5906 Carmichael Place
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 277-1334
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 277-1334
Gr: 6-12
Safety Net Academy Montgomery (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
5906 Carmichael Place
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 277-1334
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 277-1334
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36117, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36117, AL include Carr Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36117?
1 public middle schools are located in 36117.
What is the racial composition of students in 36117?
36117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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