West Point Middle School
West Point Middle School serves 410 students in grades 6-8.
West Point Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (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 61% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Point Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Point Middle School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Point Middle School is ranked within the top 30% 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 West Point Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#354 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
n/a
32%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Point Middle School's ranking?
West Point Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for: Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend West Point Middle School?
410 students attend West Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of West Point Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Point Middle School?
West Point Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Point Middle School offer ?
West Point Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Point Middle School part of?
West Point Middle School is part of Cullman County School District.
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