Serving 325 students in grades 3-6, Girard Intermediate 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 4% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Girard Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Girard Intermediate School's student population of 325 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Girard Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Girard Intermediate School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1216 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
82%
32%
White
11%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Girard Intermediate School's ranking?
Girard Intermediate School is ranked #1216 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Girard Intermediate School often compared to?
Girard Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverlye Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Girard Intermediate School?
325 students attend Girard Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Girard Intermediate School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Girard Intermediate School?
Girard Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Girard Intermediate School offer ?
Girard Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Girard Intermediate School part of?
Girard Intermediate School is part of Dothan City School District.
School Reviews
5 1/3/2014
My 13 Year Old Daughter Will Be Attending Your School Next Year , 8th Grade .. We Are Transfering Her Because Of The Vilonce & Bulling Happening At Her Previose School .. ( Houston County High ) .. Is This School Low On Vilonce & Bullying ?
Thank You ,
Stephanie Dexter .
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