Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lupton Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lupton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lupton Junior High School's student population of 444 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
We are Lupton, we are respectful, we are responsible.
School Rankings
Lupton Junior High 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 Lupton Junior High School is 0.12, 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
#390 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
94%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lupton Junior High School's ranking?
Lupton Junior High School is ranked #390 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Lupton Junior High School often compared to?
Lupton Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curry Elementary School, Calera Middle School, Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Lupton Junior High School?
444 students attend Lupton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lupton Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lupton Junior High School?
Lupton Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lupton Junior High School offer ?
Lupton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lupton Junior High School part of?
Lupton Junior High School is part of Walker County School District.
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