Serving 430 students in grades 6-8, Irondale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Irondale Middle School serves the eastern part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 38.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irondale Middle School's student population of 430 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irondale 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 Irondale Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1122 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)
31%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 17-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 Irondale Middle School's ranking?
Irondale Middle School is ranked #1122 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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Irondale Middle School?
430 students attend Irondale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Irondale Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irondale Middle School?
Irondale Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Irondale Middle School offer ?
Irondale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irondale Middle School part of?
Irondale Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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