Serving 459 students in grades 6-8, Huntsville Junior High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntsville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Huntsville Junior High School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Huntsville Junior High 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 Huntsville Junior High School is 0.65, 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
#550 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
39%
32%
White
44%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Huntsville Junior High School's ranking?
Huntsville Junior High School is ranked #550 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Huntsville Junior High School often compared to?
Huntsville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Cove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Huntsville Junior High School?
459 students attend Huntsville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Huntsville Junior High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huntsville Junior High School?
Huntsville Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Huntsville Junior High School offer ?
Huntsville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huntsville Junior High School part of?
Huntsville Junior High School is part of Huntsville City School District.
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