Jemison Middle School ranked #1014 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #461 in 2015 and steadily dropping since then, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide for overall testing.
Math proficiency was 9% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, showing a decline from 35% proficiency in 2019; reading proficiency was 30%, also lower than the state average of 47%, with a downward trend since 2015.
Minority enrollment accounted for 56% of students in 2023, with a total enrollment decline from 571 students in 2017 to 354 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch rose to 81%, indicating increased socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades 7–8 with 354 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 as of 2023, with 296 students eligible for free lunch and 15 for reduced–price lunch.
Science proficiency was 24% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, with performance remaining consistently below state levels in recent years at this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jemison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jemison Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jemison 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 Jemison Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1014 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
48%
11%
Black
5%
32%
White
44%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jemison Middle School's ranking?
Jemison Middle School is ranked #1014 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jemison Middle School often compared to?
Jemison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isabella High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Jemison Middle School?
354 students attend Jemison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Jemison Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jemison Middle School?
Jemison Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jemison Middle School offer ?
Jemison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jemison Middle School part of?
Jemison Middle School is part of Chilton County School District.
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