Guntersville Middle School serves 416 students in grades 6-8.
Guntersville Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guntersville Middle School's student population of 416 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
416 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Guntersville Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Guntersville Middle School is 0.41, 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
#407 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
1%

Hispanic
9%
10%

Black
11%
32%

White
76%
53%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guntersville Middle School's ranking?
Guntersville Middle School is ranked #407 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Guntersville Middle School?
416 students attend Guntersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Guntersville Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Guntersville Middle School?
Guntersville Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Guntersville Middle School offer ?
Guntersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Guntersville Middle School part of?
Guntersville Middle School is part of Guntersville City School District.
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