Serving 642 students in grades 6-8, Muscle Shoals Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Muscle Shoals Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 15.3 square miles in Muscle Shoals, AL. Most areas within the zone are a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muscle Shoals Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Muscle Shoals Middle School's student population of 642 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Muscle Shoals Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muscle Shoals Middle School is 0.51, 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
#162 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. 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 Muscle Shoals Middle School's ranking?
Muscle Shoals Middle School is ranked #162 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Muscle Shoals Middle School often compared to?
Muscle Shoals Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deshler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Muscle Shoals Middle School?
642 students attend Muscle Shoals Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Muscle Shoals Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muscle Shoals Middle School?
Muscle Shoals Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Muscle Shoals Middle School offer ?
Muscle Shoals Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Muscle Shoals Middle School part of?
Muscle Shoals Middle School is part of Muscle Shoals City School District.
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