Serving 711 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 19:1 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 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastwood Middle School serves the southeast part of Cottondale, AL, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastwood Middle School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.30, 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
#988 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
83%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
5%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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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?
711 students attend Eastwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eastwood Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastwood Middle School?
Eastwood Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, 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.
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