Serving 434 students in grades 6-8, Nicholslawson 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 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholslawson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nicholslawson Middle School's student population of 434 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Nicholslawson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholslawson Middle School is 0.58, 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
#544 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
42%
32%
White
50%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Nicholslawson Middle School's ranking?
Nicholslawson Middle School is ranked #544 out of 1,285 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Nicholslawson Middle School?
434 students attend Nicholslawson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nicholslawson Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicholslawson Middle School?
Nicholslawson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nicholslawson Middle School offer ?
Nicholslawson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholslawson Middle School part of?
Nicholslawson Middle School is part of Sylacauga City School District.
School Reviews
5 7/22/2013
It is awesome it has a bunch of techie stuff and it is a very safe school.
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