Serving 1,444 students in grades 6-8, Thompson Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Thompson Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Alabaster, AL, covering approximately 25.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.8 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 5.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thompson Middle School's student population of 1,444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Thompson Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#367 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
12%
Black
23%
31%
White
51%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Thompson Middle School is ranked #367 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Thompson Middle School?
1,444 students attend Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Thompson Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompson Middle School?
Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thompson Middle School offer ?
Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Middle School part of?
Thompson Middle School is part of Alabaster City School District.
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