Green Acres Middle School ranked in the bottom 50% of Alabama schools overall in 2023, with a state rank of #1235, showing a slight decline from #1254 in 2022.
Math proficiency was 3%, reading proficiency was 17%, and science proficiency ranged between 10–14%, all lower than the Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38%, respectively.
Enrollment remained stable around 330 students from 2021 to 2023, with a high minority enrollment of 99%, predominantly Black students, and 92% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades 6–8 with approximately 326 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of about 20:1 in recent years.
Math and reading proficiencies have declined significantly from highs of 50% and 66% in 2013 to current levels, highlighting weakening academic performance over time at this Birmingham public middle school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Green Acres Middle School serves the southwest part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Green Acres Middle School's student population of 309 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Acres 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 Green Acres Middle School is 0.25, 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
#1235 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
50%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Acres Middle School's ranking?
Green Acres Middle School is ranked #1235 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Green Acres Middle School?
309 students attend Green Acres Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Green Acres Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Acres Middle School?
Green Acres Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Green Acres Middle School offer ?
Green Acres Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Acres Middle School part of?
Green Acres Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Green Acres Middle School located?
Green Acres Middle School is located in the Green Acres neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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