Serving 483 students in grades 5-8, Priceville Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Priceville Jr High School serves the northern part of Decatur, AL, covering an area of approximately 47.8 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priceville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Priceville Junior High School's student population of 483 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Every Student Matters. Every Moment Counts.
School Rankings
Priceville Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Priceville Junior High School is 0.24, 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
#286 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
87%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Priceville Junior High School's ranking?
Priceville Junior High School is ranked #286 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Priceville Junior High School often compared to?
Priceville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartselle Intermediate School, Munford Middle School, Ira F Simmons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Priceville Junior High School?
483 students attend Priceville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Priceville Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priceville Junior High School?
Priceville Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Priceville Junior High School offer ?
Priceville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Priceville Junior High School part of?
Priceville Junior High School is part of Morgan County School District.
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