Serving 467 students in grades 6-8, Floyd Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower 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 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Floyd Middle School's student population of 467 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Floyd Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd Middle School is 0.52, 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
#344 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
66%
32%
White
22%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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 Floyd Middle School's ranking?
Floyd Middle School is ranked #344 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Floyd Middle School often compared to?
Floyd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet, Carr Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% 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 Floyd Middle School?
467 students attend Floyd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Floyd Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Floyd Middle School?
Floyd Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Floyd Middle School offer ?
Floyd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Floyd Middle School part of?
Floyd Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/27/2010
I went to Floyd last year and it was very fun. Parents were always encouraged to get involved. I love this school and wish to go back. The academics was very high level and taught to all.
5 11/7/2006
I am a 7th grader at Floyd Middle Magnet School and so far this year has benn so much fun, especially with the election and the campaining that has been going on! Floyd does give a lot of homework but they want to exercise your brain. I would definately recommend this school to anyone would wants to enter that magnet school. GO PANTHERS!!!!
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