Claychalkville Middle School in Trussville, AL, served grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 1,025 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023, ranking #1072 in the state, showing a decline from #696 in 2010.
Math proficiency was 6%, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 29%, lower than the state average of 47%, both reflecting downward trends since 2012.
Minority enrollment was 92% in 2023, with 58% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating increased socioeconomic need compared to earlier years with lower free lunch percentages.
Science proficiency stood at 18%, lower than the state average of 38% in 2022, continuing a multi–year pattern of underperformance.
Graduation rates ranged from 85% to 94% between 2013 and 2023, typically slightly below the state average, with 85% reported in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claychalkville Middle School's student population of 1,025 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,025 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claychalkville 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 Claychalkville Middle School is 0.35, 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
#1072 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
80%
32%
White
8%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Claychalkville Middle School's ranking?
Claychalkville Middle School is ranked #1072 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Claychalkville Middle School often compared to?
Claychalkville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hewitttrussville Middle School, Rudd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Claychalkville Middle School?
1,025 students attend Claychalkville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Claychalkville Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claychalkville Middle School?
Claychalkville Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Claychalkville Middle School offer ?
Claychalkville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claychalkville Middle School part of?
Claychalkville Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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