Serving 346 students in grades 6-8, Montevallo 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 15% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montevallo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Montevallo Middle School's student population of 346 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montevallo 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 Montevallo Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#698 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
37%
12%
Black
20%
31%
White
40%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montevallo Middle School's ranking?
Montevallo Middle School is ranked #698 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Montevallo Middle School often compared to?
Montevallo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helena Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Montevallo Middle School?
346 students attend Montevallo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Montevallo Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montevallo Middle School?
Montevallo Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montevallo Middle School offer ?
Montevallo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montevallo Middle School part of?
Montevallo Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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