For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,164 students in 35173, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35173, AL are Hewitttrussville Middle School and Claychalkville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35173 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35173, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35173, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hewitttrussville Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5275 Trussville Clay Road
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3700
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3700
Grades: 6-8
| 1,139 students
Rank: #22.
Claychalkville Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Trussvilleclay Rd
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3100
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3100
Grades: 6-8
| 1,025 students
35173, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
425 Cherokee Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Grades: K-4
| 1,396 students
601 Parkway Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Grades: 8-9
| 598 students
7500 Gadsden Highway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Grades: K-2
| 924 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35173, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35173, AL include Hewitttrussville Middle School and Claychalkville Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35173?
2 public middle schools are located in 35173.
What is the racial composition of students in 35173?
35173 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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