West Point Middle School ranked #257 in Alabama in 2023, improving significantly from #610 in 2019, reflecting positive overall performance trends for this Union County NJ high school equivalent in Alabama.
Reading proficiency reached 63% in 2022, higher than the state average of 47%, while math proficiency was 38%, higher than the state average of 30%, and science proficiency ranged 45–49%, also higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained relatively stable near 380 students from 2019 to 2023, with minority enrollment at 12% and 57% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 384 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 in 2023, maintaining consistent staffing levels around 20 teachers.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%, highlighting strong student completion outcomes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- 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 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
West Point 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 West Point Middle School is 0.27, 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
#257 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
n/a
31%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 is ranked #257 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West Point Middle School often compared to?
West Point Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Good Hope Middle School, Hanceville Middle School, Fairview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Point Middle School?
397 students attend West Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Point Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% 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 19:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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