John P Powell Middle School ranked #1046 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #1212 in 2012 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide overall.
Math proficiency was 6–9%, reading proficiency ranged from 25–29%, and science proficiency was 20–29%; all rates were lower than the Alabama state averages in recent reporting years.
Enrollment decreased from 247 students in 1999 to 144 students in 2023, with minority enrollment at 76% and a high percentage (91%) of students eligible for free lunch, indicating sustained socioeconomic challenges.
The school serves grades 6–8 with 144 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, which ranks in the top 10% for student attention in Alabama.
John P Powell Middle School is a Title I eligible school located in Lafayette, Alabama, operating under Chambers County with no virtual instruction options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John P Powell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
John P Powell Middle School's student population of 144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
John P Powell 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 John P Powell Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1046 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
70%
32%
White
24%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 John P Powell Middle School's ranking?
John P Powell Middle School is ranked #1046 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are John P Powell Middle School often compared to?
John P Powell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W F Burns Middle School, Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend John P Powell Middle School?
144 students attend John P Powell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of John P Powell Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John P Powell Middle School?
John P Powell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does John P Powell Middle School offer ?
John P Powell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John P Powell Middle School part of?
John P Powell Middle School is part of Chambers County School District.
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