Scottsboro Junior High School serves 380 students in grades 7-8.
Scottsboro Junior High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scottsboro Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scottsboro Junior High School's student population of 380 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scottsboro Junior High School is ranked within the top 30% 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 Scottsboro Junior High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
9%
32%
White
77%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scottsboro Junior High School's ranking?
Scottsboro Junior High School is ranked #331 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Scottsboro Junior High School?
380 students attend Scottsboro Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Scottsboro Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scottsboro Junior High School?
Scottsboro Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Scottsboro Junior High School offer ?
Scottsboro Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Scottsboro Junior High School part of?
Scottsboro Junior High School is part of Scottsboro City School District.
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