Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Hampton Cove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampton Cove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hampton Cove Middle School's student population of 732 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Hampton Cove Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton Cove Middle School is 0.37, 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
#128 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
5%
32%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Hampton Cove Middle School's ranking?
Hampton Cove Middle School is ranked #128 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hampton Cove Middle School often compared to?
Hampton Cove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hampton Cove Middle School?
732 students attend Hampton Cove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hampton Cove Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampton Cove Middle School?
Hampton Cove Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hampton Cove Middle School offer ?
Hampton Cove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampton Cove Middle School part of?
Hampton Cove Middle School is part of Huntsville City School District.
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