Serving 229 students in grades 2-6, Barbour County Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbour County Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Barbour County Intermediate School's student population of 229 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barbour County Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbour County Intermediate School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1235 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
75%
32%
White
7%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbour County Intermediate School's ranking?
Barbour County Intermediate School is ranked #1235 out of 1,285 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Barbour County Intermediate School?
229 students attend Barbour County Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Barbour County Intermediate School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbour County Intermediate School?
Barbour County Intermediate School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barbour County Intermediate School offer ?
Barbour County Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is Barbour County Intermediate School part of?
Barbour County Intermediate School is part of Barbour County School District.
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