Monroeville Middle School ranked in the bottom 50% among Alabama public schools from 2010 to 2023, declining from #864 in 2010 to #1168 in 2023 in overall state rankings.
Math proficiency was 6% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 21%, lower than the state average of 47%, with both subjects showing a downward trend since 2013.
Enrollment decreased from 511 students in 2013 to 310 students recently, with minority enrollment steady at 96% and a high percentage (83%) of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting socioeconomic challenges.
The Union County NJ high school served grades 5 through 8 with 310 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in the latest reporting year.
Science proficiency ranged from 10% to 14%, substantially lower than the state average around 38%, indicating consistent weaknesses in science achievement.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroeville Middle School's student population of 264 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroeville 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 Monroeville Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1168 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
91%
31%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroeville Middle School's ranking?
Monroeville Middle School is ranked #1168 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Monroeville Middle School?
264 students attend Monroeville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Monroeville Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroeville Middle School?
Monroeville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monroeville Middle School offer ?
Monroeville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroeville Middle School part of?
Monroeville Middle School is part of Monroe County School District.
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