Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Bragg Middle School ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bragg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bragg Middle School's student population of 746 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bragg 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 Bragg Middle School is 0.54, 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
#536 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
29%
32%
White
61%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Bragg Middle School's ranking?
Bragg Middle School is ranked #536 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Bragg Middle School often compared to?
Bragg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Jefferson 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 29% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Bragg Middle School?
746 students attend Bragg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bragg Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bragg Middle School?
Bragg Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bragg Middle School offer ?
Bragg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bragg Middle School part of?
Bragg Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/29/2019
This is a great School. My oldest daughter was a student here and my youngest daughter will be attending this school in 2 years. The staff and teachers are great at their jobs, they are great people as well. They work very hard to meet the needs of all of their student's and parents.
2 4/15/2016
The faculty turns their back to issues and they ignore reports of bullying. They resolve issues they ignore by sending kids to alternative schools.
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