Serving 243 students in grades 5-8, Cleburne County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleburne County Middle School serves the northwest part of Heflin, AL, covering an extensive area of approximately 405.3 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 12.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cleburne County Middle School's student population of 243 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
Cleburne County 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 Cleburne County Middle School is 0.24, 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
#384 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
5%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
87%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleburne County Middle School's ranking?
Cleburne County Middle School is ranked #384 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Cleburne County Middle School?
243 students attend Cleburne County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cleburne County Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleburne County Middle School?
Cleburne County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleburne County Middle School offer ?
Cleburne County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleburne County Middle School part of?
Cleburne County Middle School is part of Cleburne County School District.
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