Barbour County Intermediate School ranked in the bottom 50% statewide in overall testing and declined modestly from #1142 in 2012 to #1184 in 2023 among Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency was 6%, reading proficiency 17%, and science proficiency between 10–14%, all lower than the state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively, showing sustained underperformance relative to Alabama benchmarks.
Minority enrollment remained very high at 93%, with Black non–Hispanic students comprising the majority; the school served 229 students in grades 2–6 with a 25:1 student–teacher ratio.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch has consistently remained at or near 100% since 2018, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need among the student body.
Enrollment decreased from 288 students in 2021 to 229 in the current reporting year while the student–teacher ratio increased, reflecting changes in school size and staffing at this Alabama public school in Louisville.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbour County Intermediate School's student population of 227 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barbour County Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbour County Intermediate School is 0.40, which is less 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
#1184 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
76%
31%
White
10%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)53.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbour County Intermediate School's ranking?
Barbour County Intermediate School is ranked #1184 out of 1,275 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Barbour County Intermediate School?
227 students attend Barbour County Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Barbour County Intermediate School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbour County Intermediate School?
Barbour County Intermediate School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barbour County Intermediate School offer ?
Barbour County Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barbour County Intermediate School part of?
Barbour County Intermediate School is part of Barbour County School District.
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