Serving 314 students in grades 6-8, C J Donald Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C J Donald Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
C J Donald Middle School's student population of 314 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
C J Donald Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C J Donald Middle School is 0.11, 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
#1074 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
94%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
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 C J Donald Middle School's ranking?
C J Donald Middle School is ranked #1074 out of 1,285 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend C J Donald Middle School?
314 students attend C J Donald Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of C J Donald Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C J Donald Middle School?
C J Donald Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does C J Donald Middle School offer ?
C J Donald Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C J Donald Middle School part of?
C J Donald Middle School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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