Middle Schools in Geneva County

The three middle schools in Geneva County, Alabama—Slocomb Middle School, Geneva County Middle School, and Samson Middle School—serve grades 6-8 in a rural district that ranks in the top third of Alabama school systems. With enrollments ranging from 156 to 265 students, these schools offer a small-school environment where families can expect relatively low chronic absenteeism (2-5% versus 12% statewide) and a strong emphasis on English proficiency.

Slocomb Middle School is the clear academic leader, ranking 56th in the state (87th percentile) with a 4-star rating. It posts the district’s best math scores in 6th and 7th grade (63.75% and 42.05% proficiency), the top science score (73.2% in 8th grade), and the lowest chronic absenteeism at 2.3%. Geneva County Middle School is a consistent 4-star performer, ranking 80th statewide, and shines in 6th grade English (83.93% proficiency) and 8th grade math (52.31%). By contrast, Samson Middle School is struggling: it has dropped to a 2-star rating (247th in the state), with math proficiency below 28% in every grade and a 37-point science gap behind Slocomb. Samson also has the highest poverty rate (68.59% free/reduced lunch) and the largest class sizes (19.5:1 student-teacher ratio).

Notably, Samson spends the most per student ($9,122) yet performs the worst, while Slocomb spends the least ($7,865) and achieves the best results—suggesting that factors like teaching quality and school culture matter more than funding alone. All three schools exceed state averages in 8th grade English, and the district’s low absenteeism is a strong foundation. However, Samson’s three-year decline in rankings and scores signals a need for targeted intervention, while Slocomb’s consistent excellence and Geneva County’s steady performance offer families reliable options within the district.