Serving 367 students in grades 7-8, Moody Junior High 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 15% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moody Junior High School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Prepared
School Rankings
Moody Junior High 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 Moody Junior High School is 0.43, 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
#636 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
12%
32%
White
74%
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
49%
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 Moody Junior High School's ranking?
Moody Junior High School is ranked #636 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Moody Junior High School often compared to?
Moody Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odenville Middle School, Ashville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Moody Junior High School?
367 students attend Moody Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Moody Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moody Junior High School?
Moody Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moody Junior High School offer ?
Moody Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moody Junior High School part of?
Moody Junior High School is part of St Clair County School District.
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