Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Rainbow 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 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainbow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rainbow Middle School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rainbow Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainbow Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
7%
32%
White
82%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainbow Middle School's ranking?
Rainbow Middle School is ranked #467 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Rainbow Middle School often compared to?
Rainbow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sardis Middle School, Etowah Middle School, West End High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Rainbow Middle School?
623 students attend Rainbow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Rainbow Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainbow Middle School?
Rainbow Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rainbow Middle School offer ?
Rainbow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rainbow Middle School part of?
Rainbow Middle School is part of Etowah County School District.
School Reviews
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