For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,028 students in 36360, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36360, AL are D A Smith Middle School and Carroll High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 36360 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36360, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 36360, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
D A Smith Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
994 Andrews Ave
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4913
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4913
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Carroll High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
141 Eagle Way
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4915
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-4915
Gr: 7-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Eagle Academy
Alternative School
401 Martin Street
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Opportunity Academy
Alternative School
3971 S Hwy 231
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Ozark, AL 36360
(334) 774-5197
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36360, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36360, AL include D A Smith Middle School and Carroll High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36360?
4 public middle schools are located in 36360.
What is the racial composition of students in 36360?
36360 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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