Kirby Middle School serves 277 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
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
How many students attend Kirby Middle School?
277 students attend Kirby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kirby Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirby Middle School?
Kirby Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kirby Middle School offer ?
Kirby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kirby Middle School part of?
Kirby Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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