Centre Middle School ranked #425 in Alabama in 2023, showing a moderate decline from #318 in 2014 but improvement from #792 in 2010, placing it in the top 50% statewide for overall testing.
Math proficiency was 30% in 2023, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency improved to 55%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency ranged between 45–49%, exceeding the state average of 38%.
Enrollment slightly decreased from 501 students in 2019 to 445 in recent reports, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 48% in 2022 to 66% in 2023, indicating a rising socioeconomic need; minority enrollment was 13%.
The school serves grades 5–8 with approximately 445 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 as of the latest data.
Centre Middle School's graduation rate was 90% in 2023, higher than both the state average of 88% and the district average of 87%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centre Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Centre Middle School's student population of 450 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centre 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 Centre Middle School is 0.27, 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
#425 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
6%
31%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centre Middle School's ranking?
Centre Middle School is ranked #425 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Centre Middle School often compared to?
Centre Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centre Elementary School, Cedar Bluff High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Centre Middle School?
450 students attend Centre Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Centre Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centre Middle School?
Centre Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centre Middle School offer ?
Centre Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centre Middle School part of?
Centre Middle School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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