Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, North Jefferson Middle School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Jefferson Middle School's student population of 669 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
North Jefferson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Jefferson Middle School is 0.30, 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
#617 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
11%
31%
White
83%
50%
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
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
North Jefferson Middle School is ranked #617 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are North Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
North Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bragg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend North Jefferson Middle School?
669 students attend North Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Jefferson Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Jefferson Middle School?
North Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Jefferson Middle School offer ?
North Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Jefferson Middle School part of?
North Jefferson Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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