Serving 649 students in grades 7-8, Spanish Fort Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Spanish Fort Middle School serves the western part of its school district in Daphne, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 74.8 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-15 minutes for students residing within the zone, which extends up to 9.6 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spanish Fort Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spanish Fort Middle School's student population of 649 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Spanish Fort Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spanish Fort Middle School is 0.40, 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
#230 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
6%
31%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spanish Fort Middle School's ranking?
Spanish Fort Middle School is ranked #230 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Spanish Fort Middle School often compared to?
Spanish Fort Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairhope Middle School, Daphne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Spanish Fort Middle School?
649 students attend Spanish Fort Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Spanish Fort Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spanish Fort Middle School?
Spanish Fort Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spanish Fort Middle School offer ?
Spanish Fort Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spanish Fort Middle School part of?
Spanish Fort Middle School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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