Serving 1,140 students in grades 6-8, Opelika Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opelika Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Opelika Middle School's student population of 1,140 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Opelika Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Opelika Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
57%
32%
White
26%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #621 out of 1,276 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Opelika Middle School?
1,140 students attend Opelika Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Opelika Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Opelika Middle School?
Opelika Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Opelika Middle School offer ?
Opelika Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Opelika Middle School part of?
Opelika Middle School is part of Opelika City School District.
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