Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, Fairview Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fairview Middle School's student population of 305 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairview 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 Fairview Middle School is 0.34, 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
#447 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
79%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Middle School's ranking?
Fairview Middle School is ranked #447 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fairview Middle School often compared to?
Fairview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Good Hope Middle School, West Point Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Fairview Middle School?
305 students attend Fairview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Fairview Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairview Middle School?
Fairview Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairview Middle School offer ?
Fairview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fairview Middle School part of?
Fairview Middle School is part of Cullman County School District.
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