Bragg Middle School ranked #435 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #536 in 2022 but showing overall fluctuation since 2011.
Math proficiency was 28% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 56%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 58%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased slightly to 780 students in 2023 from 826 in 2019, with minority enrollment steady at 42% and approximately 56% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting increased socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 6–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 in 2023, employing 38 teachers for its 780 students.
Reading and science proficiency have shown improvement over recent years, but math proficiency declined from a high of 84% in 2012 to 28% in 2023, indicating weaker performance in math relative to state trends.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bragg Middle School serves the northeast part of Gardendale, AL, covering an area of approximately 55.6 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bragg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bragg Middle School's student population of 731 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Bragg Middle 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 Bragg Middle School is 0.58, 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
#435 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
34%
31%
White
55%
50%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bragg Middle School's ranking?
Bragg Middle School is ranked #435 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Bragg Middle School often compared to?
Bragg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Bragg Middle School?
731 students attend Bragg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bragg Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bragg Middle School?
Bragg Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bragg Middle School offer ?
Bragg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bragg Middle School part of?
Bragg Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Calendar
View the Bragg Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Columbus Day (Schools Closed)
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Holidays (Schools Closed)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Holidays (Schools Closed)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Holiday Break (Schools Closed)
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The faculty turns their back to issues and they ignore reports of bullying. They resolve issues they ignore by sending kids to alternative schools.
5 10/10/2025
This is a great School. My oldest daughter was a student here and my youngest daughter will be attending this school in 2 years. The staff and teachers are great at their jobs, they are great people as well. They work very hard to meet the needs of all of their student's and parents.
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