Robert F Bumpus Middle School serves 1,122 students in grades 6-8.
Robert F Bumpus Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert F Bumpus Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Robert F Bumpus Middle School's student population of 1,122 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert F Bumpus Middle School is ranked within the top 10% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Robert F Bumpus Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 1276 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
25%
32%
White
54%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert F Bumpus Middle School's ranking?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School is ranked #76 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Robert F Bumpus Middle School?
1,122 students attend Robert F Bumpus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Robert F Bumpus Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert F Bumpus Middle School?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert F Bumpus Middle School offer ?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Robert F Bumpus Middle School part of?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School is part of Hoover City School District.
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