Wetumpka Middle School ranked #614 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #458 in 2021 and #505 in 2022, reflecting a downward trend in overall state ranking.
Math proficiency was 18% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30% and the district average of 34%, declining from 43% in 2019 and showing a multi–year downward trend.
Reading proficiency was 52% in 2022, higher than the state average of 47% but slightly below the district's 54%, improving from 49% in 2019.
Science proficiency stood at 44% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38% and district average of 42%, improving from 36% in 2021.
The enrollment fell from 1,016 students in 2022 to 738 in 2023, with a student–teacher ratio around 18:1 to 19:1; minority enrollment was approximately 49% with 65% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating increased socioeconomic needs.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wetumpka Intermediate School serves the southern part of Wetumpka, AL, covering an area of approximately 240.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wetumpka Middle School's student population of 647 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wetumpka Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wetumpka 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
#614 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wetumpka Middle School's ranking?
Wetumpka Middle School is ranked #614 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wetumpka Middle School often compared to?
Wetumpka Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eclectic Middle School, Holtville Middle School, Redland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Wetumpka Middle School?
647 students attend Wetumpka Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wetumpka Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wetumpka Middle School?
Wetumpka Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wetumpka Middle School offer ?
Wetumpka Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wetumpka Middle School part of?
Wetumpka Middle School is part of Elmore County School District.
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