Banks Middle School, a Birmingham public middle school serving grades 6–8, closed in 2015 and no longer enrolls students.
Before closure, the school had approximately 477–528 students with a student–teacher ratio near 16:1 during the mid–2000s.
Math proficiency showed notable fluctuations and was mostly lower than the Alabama state average in recent years before closing, such as 24% proficiency in 2019 compared to the state's 47%.
Reading proficiency similarly trended lower than the state average, with 27% proficiency in 2019 versus 45% statewide.
Science proficiency in 2022 was 11%, substantially lower than the Alabama state average of 38%, reflecting weaker academic performance prior to closure.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (07-08)
477 students
Showing 1999–2008. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
30 teachers
Showing 1999–2008. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Black
(07-08)99%
36%
Showing 1999–2008. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
(07-08)1%
59%
Showing 1996–2008. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Banks Middle School?
477 students attend Banks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Banks Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Banks Middle School offer ?
Banks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Banks Middle School part of?
Banks Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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