Serving 361 students in grades 5-8, Winfield Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winfield Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Winfield, AL, covering approximately 65 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.8 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winfield Middle School's student population of 361 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Winfield 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 Winfield Middle School is 0.19, 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
#318 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. 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 Winfield Middle School's ranking?
Winfield Middle School is ranked #318 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Winfield Middle School often compared to?
Winfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guin Elementary School, Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Winfield Middle School?
361 students attend Winfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Winfield Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winfield Middle School?
Winfield Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winfield Middle School offer ?
Winfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winfield Middle School part of?
Winfield Middle School is part of Winfield City School District.
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