Serving 522 students in grades 5-6, Hartselle Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartselle Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hartselle Intermediate School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hartselle Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartselle Intermediate School is 0.24, 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
#208 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
6%
31%
White
87%
50%
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
30%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartselle Intermediate School's ranking?
Hartselle Intermediate School is ranked #208 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hartselle Intermediate School often compared to?
Hartselle Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ira F Simmons Middle School, Priceville Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hartselle Intermediate School?
522 students attend Hartselle Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hartselle Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartselle Intermediate School?
Hartselle Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hartselle Intermediate School offer ?
Hartselle Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hartselle Intermediate School part of?
Hartselle Intermediate School is part of Hartselle City School District.
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