Boaz Middle School ranked #393 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #849 in 2019, placing it within the top 50% of state public schools; its Alabama ranking steadily improved since 2010 when it was #314.
Math proficiency at Boaz Middle School was 37% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, showing improvement from 22% in 2021; reading proficiency was 51%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment at Boaz Middle School was 47% in 2023, with 71% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a substantial rise in socioeconomic need since 2010 when free lunch eligibility was 42%.
The school served grades 6–8 with 548 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, lower than prior years when the ratio reached up to 22:1, reflecting improved student attention.
Science proficiency ranged between 35% and 39%, approximately equal to the Alabama average of 38%, maintaining consistent performance over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boaz area, with most students living within a 5-10 min. drive (avg. 2.5 mi., furthest 5.4 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boaz Middle School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Total students increased from 518 in 2023 to 548 in 2024, reversing a declining trend observed in prior years. This recent growth marks a return to levels seen earlier in 2021 and 2022.
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Teacher numbers increased from 28 in 2022 to 33 in 2023, reversing a declining trend over the past few years while remaining substantially lower than the peak of 39 in 2011.
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Anchored In Excellence
School Rankings
Boaz 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 Boaz Middle School is 0.56, 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
#393 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Improved from #409 to #393 in the last year, reversing a long-term decrease in school rank and signaling positive momentum that narrows the gap toward district averages.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Math proficiency declined from 44% in 2017 to 37% in 2023, reversing previous progress and diverging from the district average, which now sits at 36%, down from 45% in the same period.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Gained 2% to 51% in 2022, reversing a declining trend and improving relative to the district and state, which shows it narrowing the gap over years after a long-term decline from 2011.
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Student-teacher ratio improved from 20:1 to 16:1 over the last 3 years, reversing a long-term trend of higher ratios. This change also narrows the gap with the district from 2:1 to 1:1.
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
41%
11%
Increased from 39% to 43% in the last two years, reversing a previous downward trend. Boaz Middle School is now significantly ahead of the district average, narrowing the gap from 3% to 1%.
Black
2%
32%
White
53%
51%
Declined from 63% to 51% over the last three years, reversing a long-term trend of gradual decline from 90% in 2006. The school is now diverging from the district average, which has shown more stability.
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
Declined from 4% to 2% in the past two years after previously maintaining higher levels, resulting in a widening gap against both district and state averages, which have remained stable around 3% to 4%.
All Ethnic Groups
Increased from 0.50 in 2021 to 0.56 in 2024, indicating a positive reversal in diversity trends. Boaz Middle School remains close to the district average while showing sustained growth in recent years.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Free lunch eligibility has risen sharply from 60% in 2022 to 71% in 2024, continuing its long-term upward trend while outperforming both the district and state averages.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Reduced-price lunch eligibility dropped from 7% in 2022 to 6% in 2023 and 2024, indicating a reversal from a previous increase and positioning Boaz Middle School below both the district and state levels in recent years.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boaz Middle School's ranking?
Boaz Middle School is ranked #393 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Boaz Middle School often compared to?
Boaz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Middle School, Guntersville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Boaz Middle School?
548 students attend Boaz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Boaz Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boaz Middle School?
Boaz Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boaz Middle School offer ?
Boaz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boaz Middle School part of?
Boaz Middle School is part of Boaz City School District.
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