Daphne Middle School ranked #396 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak ranking of #192 in 2019, placing it in the top 50% statewide overall.
The school's 2023 proficiency rates included 28% in math, lower than the state average of 30%, 59% in reading, higher than the state average of 47%, and 60% in science, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment grew slightly to 825 students in grades 7–8, with minority enrollment at 37% and 47 full–time teachers yielding a student–teacher ratio of 18:1.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased notably to 40% in 2023, up from 25% in 2019, indicating a rising socioeconomic need.
Math proficiency declined sharply from highs above 60% in 2018–2019 to 28% in 2023, while reading proficiency remained consistently above the state average over the past decade.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Daphne Middle School serves the southwest part of Daphne, AL, covering an area of approximately 31.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 6.3 miles.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Daphne Middle School's student population of 861 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
861 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Daphne 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 Daphne Middle School is 0.53, 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
#396 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #396 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Daphne Middle School often compared to?
Daphne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Baldwin Middle School, Bay Minette Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Daphne Middle School?
861 students attend Daphne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Daphne Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Daphne Middle School offer ?
Daphne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daphne Middle School part of?
Daphne Middle School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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