Auburn Junior High School ranked #182 in Alabama in 2023, a decline from #103 in 2021 but remaining in the top 20% statewide overall and in math, reading, and science proficiency categories.
Math proficiency was 45%, higher than the Alabama state average of 30% but lower than the district rate of 57%, showing a decline from 74% proficiency in 2019.
Reading proficiency stood at 68%, higher than the state average of 47%, maintaining strong performance but below the 86%–87% levels seen in 2012–2013.
Science proficiency reached 57%, higher than the state average of 38%, with relatively stable performance from 56% in 2021.
The school served 1,509 students in grades 8–9 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023; minority enrollment comprised 48%, and 35% of students were eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting socioeconomic diversity.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Auburn Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Auburn, AL, covering approximately 59.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 4.6 miles and the furthest edge located 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Auburn Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Auburn Junior High School's student population of 1,491 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,491 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Auburn Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn Junior High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#182 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn Junior High School's ranking?
Auburn Junior High School is ranked #182 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Auburn Junior High School often compared to?
Auburn Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Opelika Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Auburn Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Auburn Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 87%.
How many students attend Auburn Junior High School?
1,491 students attend Auburn Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Auburn Junior High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auburn Junior High School?
Auburn Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Auburn Junior High School offer ?
Auburn Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Auburn Junior High School part of?
Auburn Junior High School is part of Auburn City School District.
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