Serving 229 students in grades 7-8, William R Martin Middle School 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 7% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William R Martin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
William R Martin Middle School's student population of 229 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William R Martin Middle School 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 William R Martin Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1043 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
66%
32%
White
26%
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
68%
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 William R Martin Middle School's ranking?
William R Martin Middle School is ranked #1043 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend William R Martin Middle School?
229 students attend William R Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of William R Martin Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William R Martin Middle School?
William R Martin Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does William R Martin Middle School offer ?
William R Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is William R Martin Middle School part of?
William R Martin Middle School is part of Dallas County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
I am currently a student of Martin and, i think it's a wonderful school,I can honestly say they care about my education as well as my peers education.I enjoy coming to school each and everyday because I am positive that I am going to have fun as well as learn something new that will take me through life!. :)
-*Amaria Cato
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