For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 798 students in 36801, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36801, AL is Opelika Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 36801 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36801, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36801, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Opelika Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1206 Denson Dr
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9726
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9726
Gr: 7-8 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Opelika Learning Center
Alternative School
214 Jeter Avenue
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 741-5603
Gr: K-12
36801, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brown Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1103 Glenn St
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9709
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-9709
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Lee County Youth Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1109 Spring Drive
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-6771
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 745-6771
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36801, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36801, AL include Opelika Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36801?
2 public middle schools are located in 36801.
What is the racial composition of students in 36801?
36801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).