Saks Middle School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades 5–8 with an enrollment of 301 students in 2023, ranked #815 in Alabama, showing improvement from #836 in 2022 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency declined to 12% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 42%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 20–24%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 372 students in 2019 to 301 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 71% to 79%, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
The student–teacher ratio improved slightly to 16:1 in 2023, placing the school among the top 20% statewide for lowest student–teacher ratios and diversity.
Despite low proficiency rates, the school maintained a steady graduation rate of 90–94% from 2013 to 2023, exceeding the state average of approximately 88–91%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anniston area, with students typically within a 5-10 minute drive (average 1.1 mi., furthest 3 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Saks Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#815 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(22-23)n/a
1%
Asian
(22-23)1%
1%
Hispanic
(22-23)12%
11%
Black
(22-23)48%
32%
White
(22-23)38%
52%
Hawaiian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(22-23)1%
3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Calhoun County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saks Middle School's ranking?
Saks Middle School is ranked #815 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Saks Middle School?
301 students attend Saks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Saks Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Saks Middle School offer ?
Saks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saks Middle School part of?
Saks Middle School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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