For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 661 students in 36274, AL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 36274, AL are Rock Mills Junior High School and Handley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 36274 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36274, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36274, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rock Mills Junior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
415 County Road 75
Roanoke, AL 36274
(334) 885-6823
Roanoke, AL 36274
(334) 885-6823
Grades: PK-8
| 164 students
Rank: #22.
Handley Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
251 Gilham Rd
Roanoke, AL 36274
(334) 539-5265
Roanoke, AL 36274
(334) 539-5265
Grades: 4-8
| 497 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 36274, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 36274, AL include Rock Mills Junior High School and Handley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36274?
2 public middle schools are located in 36274.
What is the racial composition of students in 36274?
36274 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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