Serving 702 students in grades 8-9, Austin Junior High 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 14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Austin Junior High School's student population of 702 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Austin Junior High 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 Austin Junior High School is 0.70, 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
#747 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
36%
11%
Black
34%
32%
White
24%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Austin Junior High School's ranking?
Austin Junior High School is ranked #747 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Austin Junior High School?
702 students attend Austin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Austin Junior High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Junior High School?
Austin Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Austin Junior High School offer ?
Austin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Austin Junior High School part of?
Austin Junior High School is part of Decatur City School District.
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