Serving 437 students in grades 5-8, Corner Middle 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 24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Corner Middle School's student population of 437 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Today's Efforts Lead to Tomorrow's Success
School Rankings
Corner Middle 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 Corner Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. 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)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
94%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corner Middle School's ranking?
Corner Middle School is ranked #501 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Corner Middle School?
437 students attend Corner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Corner Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corner Middle School?
Corner Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Corner Middle School offer ?
Corner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corner Middle School part of?
Corner Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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