Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Anniston Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anniston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anniston Middle School's student population of 426 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anniston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anniston Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1118 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
85%
32%
White
6%
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
88%
44%
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 #1118 out of 1,285 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 29% 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?
426 students attend Anniston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Anniston Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% 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 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Anniston Middle School offer ?
Anniston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Anniston Middle School part of?
Anniston Middle School is part of Anniston City School District.
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