Serving 568 students in grades 7-8, Hartselle Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartselle Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hartselle Junior High School's student population of 568 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hartselle Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartselle Junior High School is 0.24, 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
#217 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
4%
32%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartselle Junior High School's ranking?
Hartselle Junior High School is ranked #217 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hartselle Junior High School often compared to?
Hartselle Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laceys Spring Elementary School, Priceville Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hartselle Junior High School?
568 students attend Hartselle Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hartselle Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartselle Junior High School?
Hartselle Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hartselle Junior High School offer ?
Hartselle Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hartselle Junior High School part of?
Hartselle Junior High School is part of Hartselle City School District.
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