Serving 508 students in grades 8, South Girard School ranks in the top 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 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Girard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Girard School's student population of 508 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Girard 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 South Girard School is 0.54, 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
#604 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
64%
32%
White
20%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 South Girard School's ranking?
South Girard School is ranked #604 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are South Girard School often compared to?
South Girard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell County Middle School, Success Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend South Girard School?
508 students attend South Girard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Girard School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Girard School?
South Girard School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Girard School offer ?
South Girard School offers enrollment in grades 8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Girard School part of?
South Girard School is part of Phenix City School District.
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