Daphne Middle School serves 839 students in grades 7-8.
Daphne Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daphne Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Daphne Middle School's student population of 839 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
839 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Daphne Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Daphne Middle School is 0.49, 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
#286 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
1%

Hispanic
7%
10%

Black
17%
32%

White
69%
53%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Daphne Middle School's ranking?
Daphne Middle School is ranked #286 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Daphne Middle School?
839 students attend Daphne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Daphne Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daphne Middle School?
Daphne Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Daphne Middle School offer ?
Daphne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Daphne Middle School part of?
Daphne Middle School is part of Baldwin County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of second quarter (42 days)
December 14, 2023 (Thursday)
Last day of third quarter (43 days)
March 07, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day for Field Trips
May 03, 2024 (Friday)
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