Serving 798 students in grades 7-8, Opelika Middle School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Opelika Middle School's student population of 798 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Opelika 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 Opelika Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#636 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
53%
32%
White
27%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Opelika Middle School's ranking?
Opelika Middle School is ranked #636 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Opelika Middle School often compared to?
Opelika Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Auburn Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Opelika Middle School?
798 students attend Opelika Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Opelika Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opelika Middle School?
Opelika Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Opelika Middle School offer ?
Opelika Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Opelika Middle School part of?
Opelika Middle School is part of Opelika City School District.
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