Greenville Middle School ranked #795 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #1154 in 2021 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 19% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency stood at 37%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged between 15–19%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 855 students in 1999 to 538 students currently, with minority enrollment at 76% and a high percentage (84%) of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges.
The school serves grades 5 through 8 with a current enrollment of 538 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1.
Graduation rates consistently trailed the state average, with 65% in 2023 compared to 88% statewide, highlighting ongoing academic performance concerns at this Butler County school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenville Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Communities For Student Success
School Rankings
Greenville 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 Greenville Middle School is 0.42, 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
#795 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
73%
31%
White
22%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenville Middle School's ranking?
Greenville Middle School is ranked #795 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Greenville Middle School often compared to?
Greenville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckenzie High School, Greenville Elementary School, Georgiana School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Greenville Middle School?
513 students attend Greenville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Greenville Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenville Middle School?
Greenville Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenville Middle School offer ?
Greenville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenville Middle School part of?
Greenville Middle School is part of Butler County School District.
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