Foley Middle School ranked #881 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from its peak ranking of #638 in 2017 and ranking within the bottom 50% statewide for overall testing performance.
Math proficiency was 13% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and showed a sharp decline from 46% proficiency in 2019; reading proficiency was 37%, lower than the state average of 47%, remaining relatively stable but below state levels.
Minority enrollment represented 59% of the student body, with 608 students eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting an increase in socioeconomic need compared to previous years.
The school served grades 7–8 with 769 students enrolled and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, consistent with historical staffing levels.
Science proficiency was 31% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, indicating performance below state expectations across core subjects at this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Foley Middle School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foley 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 Foley Middle School is 0.70, 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
#881 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
31%
11%
Black
17%
32%
White
41%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Foley Middle School's ranking?
Foley Middle School is ranked #881 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Foley Middle School often compared to?
Foley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foley High School, Daphne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Foley Middle School?
769 students attend Foley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Foley Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foley Middle School?
Foley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Foley Middle School offer ?
Foley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Foley Middle School part of?
Foley Middle School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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