For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,223 students in 35603, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35603, AL are Priceville Junior High School and Austin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35603 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35603, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35603, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Priceville Junior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 Highway 67 South
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 355-5104
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 355-5104
Gr: 5-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Austin Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2715 Danville Rd Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-4622
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-4622
Gr: 6-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35603, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35603, AL include Priceville Junior High School and Austin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35603?
2 public middle schools are located in 35603.
What is the racial composition of students in 35603?
35603 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).