Serving 701 students in grades 7-8, Buckhorn Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 32% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckhorn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Buckhorn Middle School's student population of 701 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buckhorn Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckhorn Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
24%
31%
White
56%
50%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckhorn Middle School's ranking?
Buckhorn Middle School is ranked #343 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Buckhorn Middle School often compared to?
Buckhorn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Middle School, Discovery Middle School, Meridianville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Buckhorn Middle School?
701 students attend Buckhorn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Buckhorn Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckhorn Middle School?
Buckhorn Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckhorn Middle School offer ?
Buckhorn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckhorn Middle School part of?
Buckhorn Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
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