Anniston Middle School ranked #1128 in Alabama in 2023, showing a modest improvement from #1276 in 2021 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 4% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency stood at 29%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment was high at 93%, with 88% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a predominantly low–income student body.
The school served grades 6 through 8 with 394 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 in 2023.
Science proficiency was reported between 6% and 9%, lower than the state average, consistent with ongoing challenges in academic performance.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anniston Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Anniston, AL, encompassing approximately 39 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anniston Middle School's student population of 357 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2023
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Empowering Our Students To Win
School Rankings
Anniston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anniston Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1128 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
84%
31%
White
6%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anniston Middle School's ranking?
Anniston Middle School is ranked #1128 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Anniston Middle School?
357 students attend Anniston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Anniston Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anniston Middle School?
Anniston Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anniston Middle School offer ?
Anniston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anniston Middle School part of?
Anniston Middle School is part of Anniston City School District.
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