Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Leeds Middle School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leeds Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Leeds, AL, encompassing approximately 22.7 square miles. The typical drive from various parts of the zone to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leeds Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Leeds Middle School's student population of 452 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Leeds Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leeds 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
#631 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Greenwave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leeds Middle School's ranking?
Leeds Middle School is ranked #631 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Leeds Middle School often compared to?
Leeds Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont Middle School, Robert F Bumpus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Leeds Middle School?
452 students attend Leeds Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Leeds Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leeds Middle School?
Leeds Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leeds Middle School offer ?
Leeds Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leeds Middle School part of?
Leeds Middle School is part of Leeds City School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This school has been a great school for me ever since 6th grade! They hire lovely teachers and staff members who are rarely ever rude. The lunch is great and the events are so much fun! There is so much to do here and I really hope many more students attend this school.
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