For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 223 students in 36272, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36272, AL is Piedmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 36272 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36272, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 36272, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piedmont Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 N Main St
Piedmont, AL 36272
(256) 447-6165
Piedmont, AL 36272
(256) 447-6165
Gr: 6-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36272, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36272, AL include Piedmont Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36272?
1 public middle schools are located in 36272.
What is the racial composition of students in 36272?
36272 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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