Davis Hills Middle School in Huntsville, AL, closed in 2015, served grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 355 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 at closure.
The school ranked around #1200 statewide before closing, showing a decline from #1198 in 2014 to #1293 in 2011.
Math proficiency was significantly lower than the state average, with 5% proficiency in 2023 compared to 30% statewide, and reading proficiency was also below state average at 17% versus 47% in 2022.
Minority enrollment was predominantly Black (318 of 355 students), with 92% of students eligible for free lunch in its final years, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need.
Science proficiency ranged from 10% to 15% in 2021–2022, markedly lower than the state average near 37–38%, reflecting consistent underperformance on core tests.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)21%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
90%
31%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% AL state average).
How many students attend Davis Hills Middle School?
355 students attend Davis Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Davis Hills Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis Hills Middle School?
Davis Hills Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Davis Hills Middle School offer ?
Davis Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Davis Hills Middle School part of?
Davis Hills Middle School is part of Huntsville City School District.
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