For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 382 students in 36089, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 36089, AL is South Highlands Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 36089 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36089, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 36089, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Highlands Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 Bernard Street
Union Springs, AL 36089
(334) 651-0183
Union Springs, AL 36089
(334) 651-0183
Gr: 5-8 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Bullock County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
304 Blackmon Ave E
Union Springs, AL 36089
(334) 625-7306
Union Springs, AL 36089
(334) 625-7306
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 36089, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 36089, AL include South Highlands Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36089?
2 public middle schools are located in 36089.
What is the racial composition of students in 36089?
36089 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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