Middle Schools in Marion County

Marion County, Alabama is home to a single standout middle school, Hamilton Middle School. This school consistently ranks among the top 18% of middle schools in the state, with impressive academic performance that exceeds both Marion County and Alabama state averages.

Hamilton Middle School boasts a higher percentage of students scoring proficient or better in Mathematics, Science, and English compared to the county and state. The school also maintains a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 14.8%, well below the state average. With a favorable student-teacher ratio of 17.3, the school is able to provide a personalized learning environment that contributes to its strong academic outcomes.

Despite serving a relatively low-income student population, with 65.71% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Hamilton Middle School is able to achieve these impressive results while spending only $6,833 per student, below the state average. This efficient use of resources suggests the school has implemented effective, cost-effective strategies to support student learning and success.