Serving 1,128 students in grades 6-8, Robert F Bumpus Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,128 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert F Bumpus Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert F Bumpus Middle School's student population of 1,128 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert F Bumpus Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert F Bumpus Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#80 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
53%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Robert F Bumpus Middle School's ranking?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School is ranked #80 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Robert F Bumpus Middle School often compared to?
Robert F Bumpus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ira F Simmons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Robert F Bumpus Middle School?
1,128 students attend Robert F Bumpus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Robert F Bumpus Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert F Bumpus Middle School?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert F Bumpus Middle School offer ?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Robert F Bumpus Middle School part of?
Robert F Bumpus Middle School is part of Hoover City School District.
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