Keith Middlehigh School ranks in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools with a state rank near #1246 in 2023, showing a general decline from #1161 in 2021.
Math proficiency stood at 5%, lower than the Alabama state average of 30% in 2023, while reading proficiency was between 6–9%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was at or below 10%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 410 students in 1999 to 199 students in 2023, with minority enrollment consistently high at 99%, predominantly Black students, and 86% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting significant socioeconomic challenges.
The school serves grades 6–12 with an enrollment of 199 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is among the lowest in Alabama, ranking in the top 20% for student attention.
Graduation rates ranged from 80–89%, which is in the bottom 50% statewide, consistently below the Alabama average graduation rate near 88% over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Keith Middlehigh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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Keith Middlehigh School's student population of 199 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
Keith Middlehigh 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 Keith Middlehigh School is 0.08, 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
#1246 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
96%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Keith Middlehigh School's ranking?
Keith Middlehigh School is ranked #1246 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keith Middlehigh School?
The graduation rate of Keith Middlehigh School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Keith Middlehigh School?
199 students attend Keith Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Keith Middlehigh School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keith Middlehigh School?
Keith Middlehigh School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Keith Middlehigh School offer ?
Keith Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keith Middlehigh School part of?
Keith Middlehigh School is part of Dallas County School District.
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