Sheffield Junior High School in Sheffield, AL, serves grades 7–8 with an enrollment of 149 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 10–14%, significantly lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and the district average of 17%, indicating ongoing challenges in math performance.
Reading proficiency ranges from 30–34%, which is lower than the state average of 47% and approximately equal to the district average of 36%.
Science proficiency is 35–39%, slightly higher than the state average of 38% and the district average of 29%, reflecting relatively stronger performance in science.
Enrollment decreased from 186 students in 2023 to 149, with minority enrollment at 55%; 79% of students qualify for free lunch under Title I eligibility, showing a notable increase in socioeconomic need over recent years.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheffield Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Sheffield Junior High School's student population of 149 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student matters. Every moment counts.
School Rankings
Sheffield Junior High 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 Sheffield Junior High School is 0.65, 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
#932 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
38%
32%
White
45%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
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 Sheffield Junior High School's ranking?
Sheffield Junior High School is ranked #932 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Sheffield Junior High School?
149 students attend Sheffield Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sheffield Junior High School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheffield Junior High School?
Sheffield Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sheffield Junior High School offer ?
Sheffield Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheffield Junior High School part of?
Sheffield Junior High School is part of Sheffield City School District.
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