For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 594 students in 35581, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35581, AL are East Franklin Junior High School and Phil Campbell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35581 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35581, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35581, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Franklin Junior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1815 Highway 89
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2140
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2140
Gr: PK-9 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Phil Campbell High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
65 School St
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2150
Phil Campbell, AL 35581
(256) 331-2150
Gr: 7-12 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35581, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35581, AL include East Franklin Junior High School and Phil Campbell High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35581?
2 public middle schools are located in 35581.
What is the racial composition of students in 35581?
35581 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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