Needs Improvement
#1328 of 1,356 schools in AL
Burns Middle School
Middle School · Mobile County
6175 Girby Rd, Mobile, AL 36693
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,328 of 1,356
In Mobile
#49 of 56
public schools
In district
#79 of 87
Mobile County
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About Burns Middle School
Burns Middle School is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Burns Middle School serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Burns Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,328 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Burns Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- AL avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Burns Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Burns Middle School — Students at Burns Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Burns Middle School Compares
See how Burns Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6175 Girby Rd, Mobile, AL 36693
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burns Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Denton Magnet School of Technology (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Mental Health Center Mobile | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| MOBILE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Olive J Dodge Elementary School Mobile | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WC Griggs Elementary School Mobile | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, LOWER Mobile | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MOBILE JUNIOR ACADEMY Mobile | 2.8 mi | — |
| ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS Mobile | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind Mobile | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST LUKE'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Mobile | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| J B SHELTON ACADEMY INC Mobile | 3.5 mi | — |
| Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School Mobile | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Denton Magnet School of Technology Mobile | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD SCHOOL Mobile | 3.6 mi | — |
| ORourke Elementary School Mobile | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WP Davidson High School Mobile | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Meadowlake Elementary Mobile | 3.7 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36693 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,580
Median Home Value
$199,000
Median Rent
$1,090/mo
Population
18,257
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pillans Middle School Mobile, AL | 2.9 |
| Goodwyn Middle School Montgomery, AL | 2.8 |
| Huntsville Junior High School Huntsville, AL | 3.2 |
| Bessemer City Middle School Bessemer, AL | 3.3 |
| Rudd Middle School Pinson, AL | 3.3 |
| Bellingrath Middle School Montgomery, AL | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burns Middle School
What grades does Burns Middle School serve?
Burns Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Burns Middle School?
Burns Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burns Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Burns Middle School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burns Middle School rank in AL?
Burns Middle School ranks #1,328 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Burns Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Burns Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Burns Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burns Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Burns Middle School a charter school?
No, Burns Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burns Middle School a Title I school?
No, Burns Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burns Middle School?
67.2% of students at Burns Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 692
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (251) 221-2025
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #79 of 87
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