For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,218 students in 35986, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35986, AL is Plainview School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35986 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35986, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35986, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plainview School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
76 Chavies Rd
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-3510
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-3510
Grades: PK-12
| 1,218 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dekalb Annex School
Special Education School
409 E Main St
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-4131
Rainsville, AL 35986
(256) 638-4131
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35986, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35986, AL include Plainview School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35986?
2 public middle schools are located in 35986.
What is the racial composition of students in 35986?
35986 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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