Serving 446 students in grades 6-8, Nicholslawson 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 24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Nichols-Lawson Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sylacauga, AL, covering approximately 20.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge, which extends up to 6.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholslawson Middle School's student population of 446 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Nicholslawson 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 Nicholslawson Middle School is 0.60, 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
#512 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
41%
31%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholslawson Middle School's ranking?
Nicholslawson Middle School is ranked #512 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Nicholslawson Middle School?
446 students attend Nicholslawson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Nicholslawson Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholslawson Middle School?
Nicholslawson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nicholslawson Middle School offer ?
Nicholslawson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholslawson Middle School part of?
Nicholslawson Middle School is part of Sylacauga City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is awesome it has a bunch of techie stuff and it is a very safe school.
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