Serving 481 students in grades 3-5, Hueytown Intermediate 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 16% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 72% 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: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hueytown Intermediate School's student population of 481 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hueytown Intermediate 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 Hueytown Intermediate School is 0.55, 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
#785 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
60%
32%
White
28%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hueytown Intermediate School's ranking?
Hueytown Intermediate School is ranked #785 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hueytown Intermediate School often compared to?
Hueytown Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Elementary School, Hueytown Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hueytown Intermediate School?
481 students attend Hueytown Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hueytown Intermediate School students are Black, 28% of students are White, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hueytown Intermediate School?
Hueytown Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hueytown Intermediate School offer ?
Hueytown Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Hueytown Intermediate School part of?
Hueytown Intermediate School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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