Discovery Middle School ranked #133 statewide in Alabama in 2023, marking a decline from its peak rank of #53 in 2017 among Alabama public schools.
The school's 2023 math proficiency was 50%, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency stood at 72%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency reached 60%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 1,374 students in 2022 to 1,069 in the latest count, with minority enrollment at 40%, reflecting consistent demographic diversity for this Madison, AL middle school.
Discovery Middle School served grades 6–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 and an enrollment of 1,069 students, with 259 students eligible for free lunch, indicating Title I status.
The school's graduation rate remained steady at 95% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 88% for that year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Discovery Middle School's student population of 1,069 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Attitude + Education = Altitude, So Charge Up a Smile!
Discovery Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Middle School is 0.60, 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
#133 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
60%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #133 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
1,069 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Discovery Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Madison City School District.
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