Serving 266 students in grades 7-8, Charles Henderson 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 18% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Henderson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Charles Henderson Middle School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles Henderson 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 Charles Henderson 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
#724 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
62%
32%
White
27%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Charles Henderson Middle School's ranking?
Charles Henderson Middle School is ranked #724 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Charles Henderson Middle School?
266 students attend Charles Henderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Charles Henderson Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 4% 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 Charles Henderson Middle School?
Charles Henderson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles Henderson Middle School offer ?
Charles Henderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Charles Henderson Middle School part of?
Charles Henderson Middle School is part of Troy City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK
March 15, 2025 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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