Arrington Middle School in Birmingham, AL closed in 2020 after serving grades 6–8 with a consistent enrollment of 330 students and a student–teacher ratio of 25:1 in its final years.
State rankings declined overall from #1143 in 2010 to around #1200–#1250 during 2014–2019, with no recent ranks available post–closure.
Math proficiency sharply declined from 67% in 2012 to 9% in 2023, remaining significantly lower than the Alabama state average of 30% in the final reporting year.
Reading proficiency decreased from 71% in 2012 to 22% in 2022, consistently lower than the state average of 47%, indicating weaker performance over time.
The school served a predominantly Black student population (93%) with high socioeconomic need, as 90% were eligible for free lunch in the years before closing, reflecting increased poverty levels since 2011.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)8%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)14%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
93%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Birmingham City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AL state average).
How many students attend Arrington Middle School?
330 students attend Arrington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Arrington Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arrington Middle School?
Arrington Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arrington Middle School offer ?
Arrington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arrington Middle School part of?
Arrington Middle School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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