For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,157 students in 35653, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35653, AL are Russellville Middle School and Belgreen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35653 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35653, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35653, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russellville Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
765 Summit St
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Belgreen High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14220 Highway 187
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Gr: PK-12 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35653, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35653, AL include Russellville Middle School and Belgreen High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35653?
2 public middle schools are located in 35653.
What is the racial composition of students in 35653?
35653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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