Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-12, Berry Middle 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 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Berry Middle School serves the eastern part of Birmingham, AL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 19 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berry Middle 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
Berry Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Berry Middle 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 Berry Middle School is 0.61, 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
#138 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
20%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
58%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry Middle School's ranking?
Berry Middle School is ranked #138 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Berry Middle School often compared to?
Berry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ira F Simmons Middle School, Helena Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Berry Middle School?
1,058 students attend Berry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Berry Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berry Middle School?
Berry Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berry Middle School offer ?
Berry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berry Middle School part of?
Berry Middle School is part of Hoover City School District.
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