Serving 254 students in grades 5-8, Stevenson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stevenson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Stevenson Middle School's student population of 254 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Stevenson Middle 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 Stevenson Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#732 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
54%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stevenson Middle School's ranking?
Stevenson Middle School is ranked #732 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Stevenson Middle School?
254 students attend Stevenson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Stevenson Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stevenson Middle School?
Stevenson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stevenson Middle School offer ?
Stevenson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stevenson Middle School part of?
Stevenson Middle School is part of Jackson County School District.
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