Boaz Middle School ranked #393 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #849 in 2019, placing it within the top 50% of state public schools; its Alabama ranking steadily improved since 2010 when it was #314.
Math proficiency at Boaz Middle School was 37% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, showing improvement from 22% in 2021; reading proficiency was 51%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment at Boaz Middle School was 47% in 2023, with 71% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a substantial rise in socioeconomic need since 2010 when free lunch eligibility was 42%.
The school served grades 6–8 with 548 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, lower than prior years when the ratio reached up to 22:1, reflecting improved student attention.
Science proficiency ranged between 35% and 39%, approximately equal to the Alabama average of 38%, maintaining consistent performance over recent years.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boaz Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Boaz Middle School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Anchored In Excellence
School Rankings
Boaz 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 Boaz Middle School is 0.56, 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
#393 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
41%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
53%
51%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Boaz Middle School's ranking?
Boaz Middle School is ranked #393 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Boaz Middle School often compared to?
Boaz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Middle School, Guntersville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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 Boaz Middle School?
548 students attend Boaz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Boaz Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boaz Middle School?
Boaz Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boaz Middle School offer ?
Boaz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boaz Middle School part of?
Boaz Middle School is part of Boaz City School District.
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