Serving 416 students in grades 6-8, Guntersville 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 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guntersville Middle School's student population of 416 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Guntersville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guntersville Middle School is 0.41, 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
#416 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
11%
32%
White
76%
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
37%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guntersville Middle School's ranking?
Guntersville Middle School is ranked #416 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Guntersville Middle School often compared to?
Guntersville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arab Junior High School, Douglas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Guntersville Middle School?
416 students attend Guntersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Guntersville Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Guntersville Middle School?
Guntersville Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Guntersville Middle School offer ?
Guntersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Guntersville Middle School part of?
Guntersville Middle School is part of Guntersville City School District.
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