Glencoe Middle School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades 5–8 with 292 students, ranked #591 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #523 in 2022 and #395 in 2019.
Math proficiency was 16% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, declining from 49% in 2019; reading proficiency was 57%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment was 14%, with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 and 59% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting increased socioeconomic need since prior years.
Science proficiency ranged from 40% to 49%, approximately equal to the state average, while overall testing ranked in the top 50% statewide.
Enrollment decreased from over 400 students in 2000 to under 300 in 2023, aligning with historical declines in student population and fluctuating student–teacher ratios near 17–19:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Glencoe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
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Glencoe Middle School's student population of 292 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Empowering responsible citizens through a rigorous, high-quality, relevant education in a safe, supportive, and student-centered environment.
Glencoe 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 Glencoe Middle School is 0.26, 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
#591 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
86%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Glencoe Middle School's ranking?
Glencoe Middle School is ranked #591 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Glencoe Middle School?
292 students attend Glencoe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Glencoe Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glencoe Middle School?
Glencoe Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glencoe Middle School offer ?
Glencoe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glencoe Middle School part of?
Glencoe Middle School is part of Etowah County School District.
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