Serving 254 students in grades 5-7, Cleburne County 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 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleburne County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cleburne County Middle School's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Cleburne County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleburne County Middle School is 0.22, 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
#492 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
6%
32%
White
88%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleburne County Middle School's ranking?
Cleburne County Middle School is ranked #492 out of 1,285 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Cleburne County Middle School?
254 students attend Cleburne County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cleburne County Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cleburne County Middle School?
Cleburne County Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleburne County Middle School offer ?
Cleburne County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleburne County Middle School part of?
Cleburne County Middle School is part of Cleburne County School District.
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