Serving 374 students in grades 4-5, Boaz Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boaz Intermediate School's student population of 374 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Anchored In Excellence
School Rankings
Boaz Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boaz Intermediate School is 0.57, which is less 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
#405 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
44%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
49%
51%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Boaz Intermediate School's ranking?
Boaz Intermediate School is ranked #405 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Boaz Intermediate School?
374 students attend Boaz Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Boaz Intermediate School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boaz Intermediate School?
Boaz Intermediate School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boaz Intermediate School offer ?
Boaz Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boaz Intermediate School part of?
Boaz Intermediate School is part of Boaz City School District.
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