For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 430 students in 36201, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 36201, AL are Saks Middle School and Wellborn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 36201 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36201, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36201, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saks Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Mcclellan Blvd
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7400
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7400
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Wellborn High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
135 Pinson Rd
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7603
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7603
Grades: 7-12
| 430 students
36201, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1200 Johnson Ave
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5040
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5040
Grades: PK-5
| 215 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 36201, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 36201, AL include Saks Middle School and Wellborn High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36201?
2 public middle schools are located in 36201.
What is the racial composition of students in 36201?
36201 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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