Serving 812 students in grades 4-8, Opelika 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 43% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Opelika Middle School serves the entire district of Opelika, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 60.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Opelika Middle School's student population of 812 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
812 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Opelika 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 Opelika Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#636 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
51%
31%
White
28%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opelika Middle School's ranking?
Opelika Middle School is ranked #636 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Opelika Middle School often compared to?
Opelika Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Auburn Junior High School, Sanford Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Opelika Middle School?
812 students attend Opelika Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Opelika Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opelika Middle School?
Opelika Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Opelika Middle School offer ?
Opelika Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Opelika Middle School part of?
Opelika Middle School is part of Opelika City School District.
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