Serving 707 students in grades 6, Drake Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher 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 24:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Drake Middle School's student population of 707 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Drake Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drake Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#102 out of 1276 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
24%
32%
White
55%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Drake Middle School's ranking?
Drake Middle School is ranked #102 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Drake Middle School often compared to?
Drake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Auburn Junior High School, Opelika Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 Drake Middle School?
707 students attend Drake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Drake Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drake Middle School?
Drake Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Drake Middle School offer ?
Drake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Drake Middle School part of?
Drake Middle School is part of Auburn City School District.
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