Serving 530 students in grades 4-8, West Morgan Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Morgan Middle School's student population of 530 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
West Morgan Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Morgan Middle School is 0.57, 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
#776 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
41%
11%
Black
7%
32%
White
51%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 West Morgan Middle School's ranking?
West Morgan Middle School is ranked #776 out of 1,285 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Morgan Middle School?
530 students attend West Morgan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Morgan Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Morgan Middle School?
West Morgan Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Morgan Middle School offer ?
West Morgan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Morgan Middle School part of?
West Morgan Middle School is part of Morgan County School District.
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