


The History of Marbury Middle School
Marbury Middle School, located in Marbury, Alabama, has a rich history rooted in over a century of educational service to the community. The first school in the area was established in 1910 as a small, three-teacher school. By 1917, a high school building was constructed with seven faculty members and about fifty students.
A grammar school building was later added near the local cemetery but was destroyed by fire in 1919—the same year Marbury High School earned accreditation. In 1930, a new high school was built on the current site of Marbury Middle School, and in 1934, additional wings were added for grammar school students. Before this expansion, younger students had attended classes on the second floor of the old town bank. Students either walked or rode the train to school, reflecting the rural character of the community.
On March 3, 1993, a devastating fire destroyed the 63-year-old school building. A new school was built on the same site and opened in September 1994. It housed Marbury High School and Marbury Elementary School and featured a computer lab, science lab, media center, gym, and updated classrooms.
In 2001, elementary grades were rezoned to Pine Level Elementary. Then in 2010, Marbury High School moved to a new campus, and the original building became Marbury Middle School.
Today, Marbury Middle School serves approximately 450 students in grades 6 through 8, supported by 44 dedicated faculty and staff members. The school continues its tradition of resilience and excellence in education.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to provide a safe,
nurturing environment which meets
individual needs and promotes learning and self-esteem.
VISION STATEMENT
“Molding Minds for Success”