The Rbhudson Steam Academy serves 348 students in grades 7-8.
The Rbhudson Steam Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (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 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Rbhudson Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Rbhudson Steam Academy's student population of 348 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
348 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The Rbhudson Steam Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% 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 The Rbhudson Steam Academy is 0.04, 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
#1155 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
98%
32%

White
n/a
53%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 The Rbhudson Steam Academy's ranking?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy is ranked #1155 out of 1,276 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend The Rbhudson Steam Academy?
348 students attend The Rbhudson Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of The Rbhudson Steam Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Rbhudson Steam Academy?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does The Rbhudson Steam Academy offer ?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is The Rbhudson Steam Academy part of?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy is part of Selma City School District.
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