Serving 300 students in grades 6-8, Oneonta Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oneonta Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oneonta Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Oneonta Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oneonta Middle School is 0.57, 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
#326 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
6%
32%
White
59%
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
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oneonta Middle School's ranking?
Oneonta Middle School is ranked #326 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Oneonta Middle School often compared to?
Oneonta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayden Middle School, Appalachian School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Oneonta Middle School?
300 students attend Oneonta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Oneonta Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oneonta Middle School?
Oneonta Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oneonta Middle School offer ?
Oneonta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oneonta Middle School part of?
Oneonta Middle School is part of Oneonta City School District.
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