Serving 1,374 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 1,374 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 1276 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
21%
32%
White
59%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #89 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
1,374 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Discovery Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Madison City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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