Serving 299 students in grades 7-8, The Rbhudson Steam Academy 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 8% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Rbhudson Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Rbhudson Steam Academy's student population of 299 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Rbhudson Steam Academy 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 The Rbhudson Steam Academy is 0.02, 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
#968 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
99%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
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 The Rbhudson Steam Academy's ranking?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy is ranked #968 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend The Rbhudson Steam Academy?
299 students attend The Rbhudson Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of The Rbhudson Steam Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Rbhudson Steam Academy?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Rbhudson Steam Academy offer ?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is The Rbhudson Steam Academy part of?
The Rbhudson Steam Academy is part of Selma City School District.
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