Rainbow Middle School ranked #447 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #236 in 2014 but remaining within the top 50% statewide overall.
Reading proficiency measured 61%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency ranged between 55–59%, also higher than the state average of 38%; however, math proficiency was 23%, lower than the state average of 30%.
Enrollment remained stable around 623 students in 2023 with minority enrollment at 18%, reflecting modest demographic diversity in this Rainbow City, AL middle school.
The school serves grades 6–8 with 32 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of approximately 19:1 in a suburban Union County NJ high school setting.
Eligibility for free lunch increased to 41% in 2023 from 24% in 2022, indicating a recent rise in economically disadvantaged students at this active Title I eligible school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rainbow Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Rainbow City, AL, covering an area of approximately 69.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.2 miles from the school.
- 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 634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Rainbow Middle School is to assure the development of successful, caring, responsible students by providing a nurturing learning environment.
School Rankings
Rainbow 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 Rainbow Middle School is 0.37, 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
#447 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainbow Middle School's ranking?
Rainbow Middle School is ranked #447 out of 1,275 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 West End High School, Sardis Middle School, Etowah Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
634 students attend Rainbow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rainbow Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rainbow Middle School?
Rainbow Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, 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.
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