Serving 549 students in grades 4-6, Moody 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 33% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moody Middle School's student population of 549 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Prepared
School Rankings
Moody Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moody Middle School is 0.49, 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
#378 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
70%
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
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Moody Middle School is ranked #378 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Moody Middle School?
549 students attend Moody Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Moody Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moody Middle School?
Moody Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moody Middle School offer ?
Moody Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moody Middle School part of?
Moody Middle School is part of St Clair County School District.
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