Samson Middle School ranked #755 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #564 in 2021, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide for overall testing performance.
Math proficiency ranged from 10–14% in recent years, significantly lower than the state average of about 30%, while reading proficiency was approximately equal to the state average at 45–49%, and science proficiency was in the top 50% at 30–39%, slightly below the state average of 38–39%.
Enrollment increased from 150 students in 2022 to 169 in 2023, with 27% minority enrollment and a substantial 79% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need.
Serving grades 6–8, Samson Middle School had 161 students and 8 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of about 20:1.
The school maintained a strong graduation rate of 95% from 2019 through 2023, exceeding the Alabama state average of 88–91% during that period.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Students from Samson reside within a 15-20 minute drive, averaging 8.2 miles, with the furthest at 12.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Samson Middle School's student population of 156 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Samson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samson Middle School is 0.45, 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
#755 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
12%
31%
White
72%
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
69%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Geneva County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samson Middle School's ranking?
Samson Middle School is ranked #755 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Samson Middle School?
156 students attend Samson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Samson Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samson Middle School?
Samson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samson Middle School offer ?
Samson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samson Middle School part of?
Samson Middle School is part of Geneva County School District.
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