Serving 488 students in grades 7-8, Cullman Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cullman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cullman Middle School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
Character, Citizenship, Scholarship
School Rankings
Cullman Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cullman Middle School is 0.26, 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
#70 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
86%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cullman Middle School's ranking?
Cullman Middle School is ranked #70 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Cullman Middle School?
488 students attend Cullman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cullman Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cullman Middle School?
Cullman Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cullman Middle School offer ?
Cullman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cullman Middle School part of?
Cullman Middle School is part of Cullman City School District.
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