Serving 524 students in grades 4-6, Moody 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 30% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 4-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moody Middle School's student population of 524 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moody 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 Moody Middle School is 0.43, 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
#390 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
74%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moody Middle School's ranking?
Moody Middle School is ranked #390 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Moody Middle School?
524 students attend Moody Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Moody Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moody Middle School?
Moody Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moody Middle School offer ?
Moody Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Moody Middle School part of?
Moody Middle School is part of St Clair County School District.
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