Serving 589 students in grades 6-8, Gulf Shores Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Shores Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gulf Shores Middle School's student population of 589 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulf Shores Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Shores Middle School is 0.29, 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
#182 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
5%
32%
White
84%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Shores Middle School's ranking?
Gulf Shores Middle School is ranked #182 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Shores Middle School?
589 students attend Gulf Shores Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gulf Shores Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulf Shores Middle School?
Gulf Shores Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Gulf Shores Middle School offer ?
Gulf Shores Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gulf Shores Middle School part of?
Gulf Shores Middle School is part of Gulf Shores City School District.
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