Serving 561 students in grades 4-8, West Morgan 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 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Morgan Middle School serves the northwest part of Trinity, AL, covering an area of approximately 31.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Morgan Middle School's student population of 561 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Morgan 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 West Morgan Middle School is 0.58, 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
#700 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 West Morgan Middle School's ranking?
West Morgan Middle School is ranked #700 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Morgan Middle School?
561 students attend West Morgan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Morgan Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Morgan Middle School?
West Morgan Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Morgan Middle School offer ?
West Morgan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Morgan Middle School part of?
West Morgan Middle School is part of Morgan County School District.
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