For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 675 students in 35126, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35126, AL is Rudd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35126 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35126, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35126, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rudd Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4526 Rudd School Rd
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5309
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5309
Gr: 6-8 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35126, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35126, AL include Rudd Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35126?
1 public middle schools are located in 35126.
What is the racial composition of students in 35126?
35126 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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