Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Rudd Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rudd Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rudd Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rudd 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 Rudd Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1022 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
33%
11%
Black
52%
32%
White
13%
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
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Rudd Middle School's ranking?
Rudd Middle School is ranked #1022 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Rudd Middle School often compared to?
Rudd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claychalkville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Rudd Middle School?
675 students attend Rudd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rudd Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rudd Middle School?
Rudd Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rudd Middle School offer ?
Rudd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rudd Middle School part of?
Rudd Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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