Wilkerson Middle School, a Birmingham public middle school serving grades 6–8, ranked #706 in Alabama in 2023, showing improvement from a low of #1234 in 2021 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency rose sharply to 38% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 22% and science proficiency ranged from 10–14%, both lower than the state averages of 47% and 38% respectively.
Enrollment increased to 425 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 25:1; minority enrollment was 99%, predominantly Black students (351 of 425).
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch stayed high at 85% in 2023, consistent with the school's Title I status and ranking among Alabama schools with the largest share of low–income students.
Reading and science proficiency have declined over recent years, with reading proficiency falling from 90% in 2013 to 22% in 2022 and science proficiency measured at 10–14% in 2023, signaling ongoing challenges in academic performance at this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilkerson Middle School serves the west part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilkerson Middle School's student population of 424 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilkerson 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 Wilkerson Middle School is 0.35, 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
#706 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-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 Wilkerson Middle School's ranking?
Wilkerson Middle School is ranked #706 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Wilkerson Middle School?
424 students attend Wilkerson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wilkerson Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkerson Middle School?
Wilkerson Middle School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilkerson Middle School offer ?
Wilkerson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkerson Middle School part of?
Wilkerson Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilkerson Middle School located?
Wilkerson Middle School is located in the East Thomas neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in East Thomas.
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