Fairview Middle School in Cullman, Alabama ranks #497 in the state in 2023, a decline from #447 in 2022 and from a peak rank of #196 in 2016, placing it in the top 50% of Alabama public schools overall.
Math proficiency was 23% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, showing a decline from 59% in 2019; reading proficiency was 55%, higher than the state average of 47%, with a generally upward trend since 2019; science proficiency ranged between 50–54%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased slightly to 305 students in 2023 from 296 in 2022, with minority enrollment steady at about 24%, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rising from 39% in 2022 to 56% in 2023, indicating growth in socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades 6 through 8 with an enrollment of 281 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 as of 2023.
Graduation rates consistently remained higher than the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cullman area neighborhoods, with most students within a 10-15 minute drive (average 5.8 mi., furthest 8.1 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fairview Middle School's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairview 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 Fairview Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
n/a
31%
White
78%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cullman County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aggies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Middle School's ranking?
Fairview Middle School is ranked #497 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fairview Middle School often compared to?
Fairview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Good Hope Middle School, West Point Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Fairview Middle School?
291 students attend Fairview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fairview Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Middle School?
Fairview Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairview Middle School offer ?
Fairview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairview Middle School part of?
Fairview Middle School is part of Cullman County School District.
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