For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 600 students in 36542, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 36542, AL is Gulf Shores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle school in zipcode 36542 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 36542, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 36542, AL ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gulf Shores Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Grades: 6-8
| 600 students
36542, Alabama ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1600 East 3rd St
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Grades: PK-6
| 1,065 students
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Grades: 7-8
| 441 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 36542, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 36542, AL include Gulf Shores Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 36542?
1 public middle schools are located in 36542.
What is the racial composition of students in 36542?
36542 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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