Jones Valley Middle School in Birmingham, Alabama, ranked #1242 statewide in 2023, showing a relatively stable ranking within the bottom 50% of schools in Alabama since 2010.
Math proficiency was 1%, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 19%, lower than the state average of 47% in 2022, reflecting ongoing challenges in academic performance.
Minority enrollment comprised 99% of the student body in 2023, with 87% of students eligible for free lunch, marking a long–term high level of socioeconomic disadvantage.
The school served grades 6–8 with 447 students and 23 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, consistent with recent years.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wenonah Elementary School serves the southwest part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school from the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jones Valley Middle School's student population of 465 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jones Valley 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 Jones Valley Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1242 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. 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 Jones Valley Middle School's ranking?
Jones Valley Middle School is ranked #1242 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jones Valley Middle School often compared to?
Jones Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Jones Valley Middle School?
465 students attend Jones Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Jones Valley Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Valley Middle School?
Jones Valley Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jones Valley Middle School offer ?
Jones Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jones Valley Middle School part of?
Jones Valley Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jones Valley Middle School located?
Jones Valley Middle School is located in the Jones Valley neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Jones Valley.
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