Serving 295 students in grades 6-8, Straughn Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Straughn 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
School Overview
Straughn Middle School's student population of 295 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
295 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Straughn Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Straughn Middle School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
1%

Hispanic
2%
11%

Black
1%
32%

White
93%
51%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Straughn Middle School's ranking?
Straughn Middle School is ranked #130 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Straughn Middle School often compared to?
Straughn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andalusia Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Straughn Middle School?
295 students attend Straughn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Straughn Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Straughn Middle School?
Straughn Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Straughn Middle School offer ?
Straughn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Straughn Middle School part of?
Straughn Middle School is part of Covington County School District.
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