For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 545 students in 36804, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 36804, AL is Sanford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle school in zipcode 36804 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36804, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36804, AL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanford Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Lee Road 11
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6040
Opelika, AL 36804
(334) 705-6040
Gr: 5-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 36804, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 36804, AL include Sanford Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36804?
1 public middle schools are located in 36804.
What is the racial composition of students in 36804?
36804 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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