Serving 277 students in grades 5-8, Bankhead 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 31% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bankhead Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Bankhead Middle School's student population of 277 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Bankhead Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bankhead Middle School is 0.19, 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
#415 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
5%
32%
White
90%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bankhead Middle School's ranking?
Bankhead Middle School is ranked #415 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Bankhead Middle School?
277 students attend Bankhead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bankhead Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bankhead Middle School?
Bankhead Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bankhead Middle School offer ?
Bankhead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bankhead Middle School part of?
Bankhead Middle School is part of Walker County School District.
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