Serving 497 students in grades 4-8, Handley 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 46% (which is lower 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Handley Middle School's student population of 497 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Handley 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 Handley Middle School is 0.53, 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
#587 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
40%
32%
White
56%
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
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Handley Middle School's ranking?
Handley Middle School is ranked #587 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Handley Middle School?
497 students attend Handley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Handley Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Handley Middle School?
Handley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Handley Middle School offer ?
Handley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Handley Middle School part of?
Handley Middle School is part of Roanoke City School District.
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