Rutledge School, a public middle school in Birmingham, Alabama, served grades 5–8 with an enrollment of 314 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023.
The school ranked in the bottom 50% statewide, declining slightly from #1228 in 2022 to #1217 in 2023 in overall testing performance.
Math proficiency was 3%, notably lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 20%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was between 15–19%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Minority enrollment remained very high at 99%, predominantly Black students (279), with 87% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting sustained socioeconomic challenges.
Enrollment remained stable around 315 students from 2020 to 2023, while the number of teachers increased slightly from 13 in 2022 to 17 in 2023, improving the student–teacher ratio from 25:1 to 18:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rutledge School's attendance zone covers the entire Birmingham, AL school district, encompassing an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rutledge School's student population of 288 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rutledge School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutledge School is 0.25, 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
#1217 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
86%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
3%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutledge School's ranking?
Rutledge School is ranked #1217 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Rutledge School?
288 students attend Rutledge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rutledge School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutledge School?
Rutledge School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rutledge School offer ?
Rutledge School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutledge School part of?
Rutledge School is part of Midfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rutledge School located?
Rutledge School is located in the East Thomas neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in East Thomas.
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