The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 51% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 80%) for the 2012-13 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 71% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 86%) for the 2012-13 school year.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (12-13)
217 students

Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
17 teachers

School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)51%
80%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)71%
86%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1

American Indian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Asian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(12-13)n/a
5%
Black
(12-13)100%
34%

White
(12-13)n/a
58%

Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(12-13)n/a
1%

Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
89%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
6%

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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
How many students attend Daniel Payne Middle School?
217 students attend Daniel Payne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Daniel Payne Middle School students are Black.
What grades does Daniel Payne Middle School offer ?
Daniel Payne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Daniel Payne Middle School part of?
Daniel Payne Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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