Escambia County Middle School ranked in the bottom 50% statewide in 2023, with its overall state rank declining slightly from #939 in 2021 to #1077 in 2023.
Math proficiency was 9%, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 25%, also lower than the state average of 47%, indicating persistent challenges in academic performance.
Enrollment decreased from 602 students in 2019 to 393 students recently, while minority enrollment remained high at 88%, with 90% of students eligible for free lunch reflecting continued socioeconomic need.
Serving grades 5–8, the school had 393 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, maintaining relatively stable staffing despite enrollment declines in this Alabama middle school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Escambia County Middle School serves the western part of its district in Atmore, AL, covering an area of approximately 279.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 17.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Escambia County Middle School's student population of 278 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
For a better tomorrow.
School Rankings
Escambia County 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 Escambia County Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1077 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
81%
31%
White
12%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escambia County Middle School's ranking?
Escambia County Middle School is ranked #1077 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Escambia County Middle School often compared to?
Escambia County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brewton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Escambia County Middle School?
278 students attend Escambia County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Escambia County Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escambia County Middle School?
Escambia County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Escambia County Middle School offer ?
Escambia County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escambia County Middle School part of?
Escambia County Middle School is part of Escambia County School District.
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