Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Straughn Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Straughn Middle School serves the northeast part of the Andalusia, AL school district, covering approximately 312.4 square miles. Families in this area typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Straughn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Straughn Middle School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Straughn Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Straughn Middle School is 0.17, 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
#126 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
4%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Straughn Middle School's ranking?
Straughn Middle School is ranked #126 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Straughn Middle School often compared to?
Straughn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andalusia Junior High School, Straughn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Straughn Middle School?
287 students attend Straughn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Straughn Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Straughn Middle School?
Straughn Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Straughn Middle School offer ?
Straughn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Straughn Middle School part of?
Straughn Middle School is part of Covington County School District.
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