Harry N Mixon Intermediate School

349 Sherrill Ln
Ozark, AL 36360
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 413 students in grades 3-5, Harry N Mixon Intermediate 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 29% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 62% 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: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 50% in AL
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harry N Mixon Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Harry N Mixon Intermediate School's student population of 413 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
413 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings

Harry N Mixon Intermediate 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 Harry N Mixon Intermediate School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (AL)
#536 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
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29%
29%
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43%
47%
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30-34%
38%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
1%
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Hispanic
6%
11%
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Black
50%
32%
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White
38%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.61
This chart displays the diversity score of Harry N Mixon Intermediate School and the public school average diversity score of Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harry N Mixon Intermediate School's ranking?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School is ranked #536 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Harry N Mixon Intermediate School often compared to?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph W Lisenby Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Harry N Mixon Intermediate School?
413 students attend Harry N Mixon Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Harry N Mixon Intermediate School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry N Mixon Intermediate School?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harry N Mixon Intermediate School offer ?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Harry N Mixon Intermediate School part of?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School is part of Ozark City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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