Florala City Middle School in Florala, AL closed in 2011 after serving grades 7 through 9 with enrollment peaking at 143 students in 1999 before declining to zero by 2011.
The school's ranking was #58 in 2010, with no subsequent rankings due to closure.
Math proficiency showed a downward trend before closure, falling from 85% in 2012 to as low as 5% in 2022, consistently lower than the Alabama state average ranging from 24% to 47% in those years.
Reading proficiency declined from 70% in 2011 to approximately 40% in 2022, remaining lower than the state average of about 46% to 47% in recent years.
Science proficiency was 25% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, reflecting weaker performance before closure of this Union County AL middle school.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students (09-10)
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)90-94%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥95%
83%
Hispanic
(09-10)3%
4%
Black
(09-10)14%
35%
White
(09-10)83%
59%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
10%
8%
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?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% AL state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% AL state average).
How many students attend Florala City Middle School?
71 students attend Florala City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Florala City Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Florala City Middle School offer ?
Florala City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Florala City Middle School part of?
Florala City Middle School is part of Covington County School District.
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