Headland Middle School ranked #346 in Alabama in 2023, improving steadily from #1059 in 2011 and placing in the top 30% statewide overall.
Reading proficiency was 62%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency ranged from 50% to 54%, higher than the state average of 38%; math proficiency was 31%, approximately equal to the state average of 30%.
Enrollment grew slightly from about 466 students in 2011 to 552 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at 26% and 44% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, showing socioeconomic consistency.
The school served grades 6 through 9 with 552 students and 29 teachers, yielding a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 in 2023.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the Alabama state average, reaching 95% in recent years compared to the state average near 88%–90%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Headland Middle School serves the southern part of Headland, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 240.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Headland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Headland Middle School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Headland Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Headland Middle School is 0.41, 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
#346 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 Headland Middle School's ranking?
Headland Middle School is ranked #346 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Headland Middle School?
580 students attend Headland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Headland Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Headland Middle School?
Headland Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Headland Middle School offer ?
Headland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Headland Middle School part of?
Headland Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is bad for my children. So i pulled them out immediantley and put them in providence. This school is terrible.
5 10/10/2025
This school staff really cares about the students and offers extra help. I cannot say enough good things about the administration and their willingness to help students.
5 10/10/2025
Very Please with HMS. They always go above and beyond for my children as well as others!!
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