George P Austin Junior High School ranked in the bottom 50% among Alabama public schools in 2023 with an overall state rank of #1146, reflecting a downward trend since 2017 when it was ranked #1069.
Math proficiency remained at 5%, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 20–24%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 10%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 137 students in 2015 to 78 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at about 95% consisting primarily of Black (non–Hispanic) students; 86% to 87% of students were eligible for free lunch in recent years.
The school served grades 6–8 with 78 students and 6 teachers in 2023, yielding a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, which ranked in the top 5% statewide for student attention.
As a Linden, AL junior high school eligible for Title I and operating since 1905, George P Austin Junior High participates in the National School Lunch Program under the Community Eligibility Option.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George P Austin Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
George P Austin Junior High School's student population of 78 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
George P Austin Junior High 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 George P Austin Junior High School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1146 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
95%
32%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George P Austin Junior High School's ranking?
George P Austin Junior High School is ranked #1146 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend George P Austin Junior High School?
78 students attend George P Austin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of George P Austin Junior High School students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George P Austin Junior High School?
George P Austin Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does George P Austin Junior High School offer ?
George P Austin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George P Austin Junior High School part of?
George P Austin Junior High School is part of Linden City School District.
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