Serving 337 students in grades 6-8, Green Acres 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 2% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Acres Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Green Acres Middle School's student population of 337 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Green Acres 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 Green Acres Middle School is 0.23, 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
#1254 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
87%
32%
White
n/a
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
92%
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 Green Acres Middle School's ranking?
Green Acres Middle School is ranked #1254 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Green Acres Middle School?
337 students attend Green Acres Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Green Acres Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Acres Middle School?
Green Acres Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Green Acres Middle School offer ?
Green Acres Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Green Acres Middle School part of?
Green Acres Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Green Acres Middle School located?
Green Acres Middle School is located in the Green Acres neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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