Serving 397 students in grades 6-8, Davisemerson Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davisemerson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Davisemerson Middle School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davisemerson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davisemerson Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#970 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
34%
12%
Black
42%
31%
White
22%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davisemerson Middle School's ranking?
Davisemerson Middle School is ranked #970 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Davisemerson Middle School often compared to?
Davisemerson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sipsey Valley Middle School, Hillcrest Middle School, Northside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Davisemerson Middle School?
397 students attend Davisemerson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Davisemerson Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davisemerson Middle School?
Davisemerson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Davisemerson Middle School offer ?
Davisemerson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davisemerson Middle School part of?
Davisemerson Middle School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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