Serving 1,436 students in grades 6-8, Thompson Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 24% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Thompson Middle School's student population of 1,436 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson Middle 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 Thompson Middle School is 0.64, 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
#333 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
24%
32%
White
51%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Thompson Middle School is ranked #333 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Thompson Middle School?
1,436 students attend Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Thompson Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Middle School?
Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Thompson Middle School offer ?
Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thompson Middle School part of?
Thompson Middle School is part of Alabaster City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
2 Hour Early Dismissal/ Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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