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Best 35603 Alabama Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,223 students in 35603, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 35603, AL are Priceville Junior High School and Austin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35603 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35603, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).

Best 35603, AL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Priceville Junior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
311 Highway 67 South
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 355-5104
Gr: 5-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Austin Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2715 Danville Rd Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-4622
Gr: 6-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35603, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35603, AL include Priceville Junior High School and Austin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35603?
2 public middle schools are located in 35603.
What is the racial composition of students in 35603?
35603 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).

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