Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Boaz Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boaz Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Boaz Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boaz Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boaz Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#409 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
43%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
51%
52%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boaz Middle School's ranking?
Boaz Middle School is ranked #409 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Boaz Middle School often compared to?
Boaz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Middle School, Guntersville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Boaz Middle School?
518 students attend Boaz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Boaz Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boaz Middle School?
Boaz Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boaz Middle School offer ?
Boaz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Boaz Middle School part of?
Boaz Middle School is part of Boaz City School District.
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