Serving 1,509 students in grades 8-9, Auburn Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- 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%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Auburn Junior High School's student population of 1,509 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
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 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#182 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
25%
32%
White
52%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
1,509 students attend Auburn Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Auburn Junior High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% 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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