Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Meridianville Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 26% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridianville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Meridianville Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Meridianville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridianville Middle School is 0.67, 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
#369 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
29%
32%
White
49%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Meridianville Middle School's ranking?
Meridianville Middle School is ranked #369 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Meridianville Middle School often compared to?
Meridianville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckhorn Middle School, Monrovia Middle School, Sparkman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Meridianville Middle School?
1,058 students attend Meridianville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Meridianville Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridianville Middle School?
Meridianville Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meridianville Middle School offer ?
Meridianville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridianville Middle School part of?
Meridianville Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
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