Burns Middle School

6175 Girby Rd
Mobile, AL 36693
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Burns Middle 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 6% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 710 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in AL
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Burns Middle School's student population of 710 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
710 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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School Rankings

Burns Middle 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 Burns Middle School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (AL)
#972 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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6%
29%
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37%
47%
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25%
38%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
1%
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Hispanic
9%
11%
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Black
64%
32%
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White
20%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.55
This chart displays the diversity score of Burns Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burns Middle School's ranking?
Burns Middle School is ranked #972 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Burns Middle School often compared to?
Burns Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine H Hankins Middle School, Bernice J Causey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Burns Middle School?
710 students attend Burns Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Burns Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns Middle School?
Burns Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns Middle School offer ?
Burns Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Burns Middle School part of?
Burns Middle School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Burns Middle School located?
Burns Middle School is located in the Canterbury neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Canterbury.

School Reviews

3   2/10/2020
There is some bullying going on my daughter tells me all the time and even if reported it doesn't stop. One teacher in particular is very rude to me and my child.
- Posted by Parent - Melissa Reese
5   6/14/2010
There are many programs for students to get involved in
- Posted by Student/Alumni - mrcro

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 710 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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