Daleville Middle School ranked in the bottom 50% statewide in Alabama with an overall state rank of #910 in 2023, declining from #816 in 2022.
Math proficiency was 10% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, with scores declining from 20% in 2019; reading proficiency was 39%, also lower than the state average of 47%, remaining steady around that level in recent years.
Minority enrollment was 61% with 365 students enrolled in grades 5–8, reflecting a diverse student body including 115 Black students and 82 Hispanic students.
The student–teacher ratio was 20:1 with 18 teachers serving 365 students; 279 students qualified for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need.
Science proficiency ranged between 25% and 29%, consistently lower than the state average of 38% as of 2022; the school participates in the National School Lunch Program under the Community Eligibility Option.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daleville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Daleville Middle School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Daleville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daleville Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#910 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
31%
32%
White
39%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Daleville Middle School's ranking?
Daleville Middle School is ranked #910 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Daleville Middle School?
365 students attend Daleville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Daleville Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daleville Middle School?
Daleville Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Daleville Middle School offer ?
Daleville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daleville Middle School part of?
Daleville Middle School is part of Daleville City School District.
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