Serving 1,434 students in grades 6-8, Thompson 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 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thompson Middle School's student population of 1,434 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson 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 Thompson Middle School is 0.63, 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
#427 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
22%
32%
White
52%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Thompson Middle School is ranked #427 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Thompson Middle School?
1,434 students attend Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Thompson Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Middle School?
Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thompson Middle School offer ?
Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thompson Middle School part of?
Thompson Middle School is part of Alabaster City School District.
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