Serving 760 students in grades 6-8, Calera 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 13% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calera Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Calera Middle School's student population of 760 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Calera Middle 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 Calera Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#775 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
42%
32%
White
39%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Calera Middle School's ranking?
Calera Middle School is ranked #775 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Calera Middle School often compared to?
Calera Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbiana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Calera Middle School?
760 students attend Calera Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Calera Middle School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calera Middle School?
Calera Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calera Middle School offer ?
Calera Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calera Middle School part of?
Calera Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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