Eastwood Middle School

6314 Mary Harmon Bryant Drive
Cottondale, AL 35453
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 722 students in grades 6-8, Eastwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 722 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in AL
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Eastwood Middle School's student population of 722 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar

School Rankings

Eastwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastwood Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
#988 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
8%
30%
34%
47%
21%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
85%
32%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eastwood Middle School's ranking?
Eastwood Middle School is ranked #988 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Eastwood Middle School often compared to?
Eastwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collinsriverside Middle School, Davisemerson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Eastwood Middle School?
722 students attend Eastwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Eastwood Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastwood Middle School?
Eastwood Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastwood Middle School offer ?
Eastwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastwood Middle School part of?
Eastwood Middle School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I see their are mostly african americans at this school...
- Posted by Student/Alumni - t.mot

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 722 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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