Bankhead Middle School in Cordova, AL, serves grades 5–8 with an enrollment of 277 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
Math proficiency is 31%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 30% and higher than the district average of 25%; however, math scores declined from 49% in 2019 to 31% in 2023.
Reading proficiency is 55%, which is higher than the state average of 47% and the district average of 44%, showing an upward trend over recent years.
Science proficiency ranges between 50–59%, ranking in the top 20% in Alabama and significantly higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 277 students in recent years to 301 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose sharply from 38% in 2022 to 53% in 2023, indicating a notable change in socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bankhead Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bankhead Middle School's student population of 298 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bankhead 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 Bankhead Middle School is 0.19, 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
#415 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
5%
31%
White
90%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Bankhead Middle School's ranking?
Bankhead Middle School is ranked #415 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Bankhead Middle School?
298 students attend Bankhead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bankhead Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bankhead Middle School?
Bankhead Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bankhead Middle School offer ?
Bankhead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bankhead Middle School part of?
Bankhead Middle School is part of Walker County School District.
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