Serving 792 students in grades 6-8, Fort Payne Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Payne Middle School's student population of 792 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Payne Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Payne Middle School is 0.58, 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
#459 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
42%
10%
Black
4%
32%
White
50%
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
54%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Fort Payne Middle School's ranking?
Fort Payne Middle School is ranked #459 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fort Payne Middle School often compared to?
Fort Payne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fyffe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Fort Payne Middle School?
792 students attend Fort Payne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fort Payne Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Payne Middle School?
Fort Payne Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Fort Payne Middle School offer ?
Fort Payne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fort Payne Middle School part of?
Fort Payne Middle School is part of Fort Payne City School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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