Serving 1,334 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 42% 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: 1,334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 1,334 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Middle School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
58%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #112 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
1,334 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Discovery Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Madison City School District.
School Calendar
View the Discovery Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
School Holiday - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
School Holiday - Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
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