Serving 243 students in grades 7-8, Charles Henderson 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 12% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Henderson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Charles Henderson Middle School's student population of 243 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles Henderson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Henderson Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#728 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
62%
32%
White
30%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Henderson Middle School's ranking?
Charles Henderson Middle School is ranked #728 out of 1,276 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Charles Henderson Middle School?
243 students attend Charles Henderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Charles Henderson Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Henderson Middle School?
Charles Henderson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Charles Henderson Middle School offer ?
Charles Henderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Charles Henderson Middle School part of?
Charles Henderson Middle School is part of Troy City School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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