For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,524 students in 35023, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35023, AL are Oak Grove High School and Hueytown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35023 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35023, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35023, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9494 Oak Grove Pkwy
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-5000
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-5000
Gr: 6-12 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Hueytown Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 Sunrise Blvd
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-5150
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-5150
Gr: 6-8 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
35023, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jefferson County Couns And Learning Ctrwest (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
131 Dabbs Avenue
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-4130
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-4130
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35023, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35023, AL include Oak Grove High School and Hueytown Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35023?
2 public middle schools are located in 35023.
What is the racial composition of students in 35023?
35023 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).