Serving 1,424 students in grades 6-8, Thompson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thompson Middle School's student population of 1,424 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Thompson 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 Thompson Middle 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
#427 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
24%
11%
Black
23%
32%
White
50%
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
47%
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 Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Thompson Middle School is ranked #427 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Thompson Middle School?
1,424 students attend Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Thompson Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Middle School?
Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thompson Middle School offer ?
Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Middle School part of?
Thompson Middle School is part of Alabaster City School District.
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