For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 356 students in 35160, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35160, AL are Zora Ellis Junior High School and Talladega County Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35160 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35160, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35160, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zora Ellis Junior High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
414 Elm St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5700
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5700
Gr: 7-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Talladega County Central High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5104 Howell Cove Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5340
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5340
Gr: 7-12 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
35160, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
415 Elm St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Gr: 6 | 235 students Minority enrollment: 59%
400 N Spring St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35160, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35160, AL include Zora Ellis Junior High School and Talladega County Central High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35160?
2 public middle schools are located in 35160.
What is the racial composition of students in 35160?
35160 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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