Serving 774 students in grades 6-8, Carr 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 8% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carr Middle School's student population of 774 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
774 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Carr 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 Carr Middle School is 0.31, 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
#988 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
83%
31%
White
5%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carr Middle School's ranking?
Carr Middle School is ranked #988 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Carr Middle School often compared to?
Carr Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet, Brewbaker Middle School, Floyd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Carr Middle School?
774 students attend Carr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Carr Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carr Middle School?
Carr Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carr Middle School offer ?
Carr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carr Middle School part of?
Carr Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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