Hueytown Middle School, a Jefferson County public middle school in Bessemer, Alabama, served grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 792 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023.
The school ranked #1003 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #698 in 2011, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency remained low at 6%, significantly lower than the state average of 30% and district average of 18%, continuing a downward trend since 2013.
Reading proficiency was 36%, lower than the state average of 47%, and showed a gradual decline since 2014; science proficiency stood at 35%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%.
Minority enrollment was 75% in 2023, with 56% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting socioeconomic challenges that increased from 18% free lunch eligibility in 1999.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hueytown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hueytown Middle School's student population of 792 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Hueytown 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 Hueytown Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1003 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
57%
32%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hueytown Middle School's ranking?
Hueytown Middle School is ranked #1003 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hueytown Middle School often compared to?
Hueytown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove High School, Hueytown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hueytown Middle School?
792 students attend Hueytown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hueytown Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hueytown Middle School?
Hueytown Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hueytown Middle School offer ?
Hueytown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hueytown Middle School part of?
Hueytown Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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