Journey Middle School serves 903 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Journey Middle School's student population of 903 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
903 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Journey Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
23%
31%
White
47%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Journey Middle School often compared to?
Journey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Journey Middle School?
903 students attend Journey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Journey Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Journey Middle School?
Journey Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Journey Middle School offer ?
Journey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Journey Middle School part of?
Journey Middle School is part of Madison City School District.
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