Tuskegee Institute Middle School ranked in the bottom 50% statewide in recent years, with its state rank declining from #1007 in 2021 to #1171 in 2023 among Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency fell to 3% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 24%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 15% and 19%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 265 students in 2021 to 213 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 100% in 2021 to 100% in 2023, reflecting a consistently high level of socioeconomic need.
Serving grades 7–8, the school had 215 students with a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 in 2023, and minority enrollment was 98%, predominantly Black students at 199 out of 215.
As a Union County NJ high school alternative, Tuskegee Institute Middle School operates without virtual instruction and participates in the National School Lunch Program under the Community Eligibility Option.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuskegee Institute Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Tuskegee Institute Middle School's student population of 215 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tuskegee Institute 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 Tuskegee Institute Middle School is 0.13, which is less 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
#1171 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
93%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
4%
9%
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 Tuskegee Institute Middle School's ranking?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School is ranked #1171 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Tuskegee Institute Middle School?
215 students attend Tuskegee Institute Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tuskegee Institute Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuskegee Institute Middle School?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tuskegee Institute Middle School offer ?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuskegee Institute Middle School part of?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School is part of Macon County School District.
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