Serving 395 students in grades 3-5, Harry N Mixon Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% 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 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School's student population of 395 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
O.N.E. eagle- Ozark Needs Everyone
School Rankings
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry N Mixon Intermediate School is 0.60, 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
#501 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
51%
32%
White
37%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Harry N Mixon Intermediate School's ranking?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School is ranked #501 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Harry N Mixon Intermediate School often compared to?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph W Lisenby Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Harry N Mixon Intermediate School?
395 students attend Harry N Mixon Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Harry N Mixon Intermediate School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry N Mixon Intermediate School?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harry N Mixon Intermediate School offer ?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry N Mixon Intermediate School part of?
Harry N Mixon Intermediate School is part of Ozark City School District.
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