Serving 506 students in grades 5-8, Priceville Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priceville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Priceville Junior High School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Priceville Junior High 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 Priceville Junior High School is 0.21, 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
#259 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
3%
32%
White
89%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Priceville Junior High School's ranking?
Priceville Junior High School is ranked #259 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Priceville Junior High School often compared to?
Priceville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ira F Simmons Middle School, Hartselle Intermediate School, Munford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Priceville Junior High School?
506 students attend Priceville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Priceville Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Priceville Junior High School?
Priceville Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Priceville Junior High School offer ?
Priceville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Priceville Junior High School part of?
Priceville Junior High School is part of Morgan County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Students- Early Release
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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