Best Gulf Shores Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 591 students in Gulf Shores, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Gulf Shores, AL is Gulf Shores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gulf Shores, AL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Gulf Shores have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Gulf Shores, AL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gulf Shores Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Gulf Shores, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Gulf Shores, AL include Gulf Shores Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Gulf Shores?
1 public middle schools are located in Gulf Shores.
What is the racial composition of students in Gulf Shores?
Gulf Shores public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).

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