Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Challenger Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Challenger Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Challenger Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Challenger Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Challenger Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#376 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
26%
32%
White
52%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challenger Middle School's ranking?
Challenger Middle School is ranked #376 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Challenger Middle School often compared to?
Challenger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckhorn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Challenger Middle School?
438 students attend Challenger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Challenger Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Challenger Middle School?
Challenger Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Challenger Middle School offer ?
Challenger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Challenger Middle School part of?
Challenger Middle School is part of Huntsville City School District.
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