Serving 224 students in grades 6-12, Keith Middlehigh School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keith Middlehigh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keith Middlehigh School's student population of 224 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Keith Middlehigh School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keith Middlehigh School is 0.06, 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
#1161 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
97%
32%
White
n/a
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keith Middlehigh School's ranking?
Keith Middlehigh School is ranked #1161 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keith Middlehigh School?
The graduation rate of Keith Middlehigh School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Keith Middlehigh School?
224 students attend Keith Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Keith Middlehigh School students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keith Middlehigh School?
Keith Middlehigh School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Keith Middlehigh School offer ?
Keith Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Keith Middlehigh School part of?
Keith Middlehigh School is part of Dallas County School District.
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