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Claychalkville Middle School

Middle School · Jefferson County

6700 Trussville Clay Rd, Trussville, AL 35173

Enrollment

1,025

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

3.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#1,325 of 1,356

In Trussville

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#54 of 55

Jefferson County

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Claychalkville Middle School

3.0/10

Middle School in Trussville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Claychalkville High School

3.3/10

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5.9/10

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About Claychalkville Middle School

Claychalkville Middle School is a public middle school in Trussville, AL, part of Jefferson County. Claychalkville Middle School serves approximately 1,025 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Claychalkville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,325 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Claychalkville Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.4
  • AL avg 5.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-30.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment5.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,194
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Claychalkville Middle School — Students at Claychalkville Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
29%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Claychalkville Middle School Compares

See how Claychalkville Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in AL
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6700 Trussville Clay Rd, Trussville, AL 35173

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Claychalkville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HewittTrussville Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rudd Middle School (rated 3.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Pinson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Trussville, see our Trussville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ClayChalkville High School Pinson 0.3 mi 3.3
Clay Elementary School Clay 0.3 mi 5.9
HewittTrussville High School Trussville 2.1 mi 7.8
HewittTrussville Middle School Trussville 2.8 mi 7.7
Paine Elementary School Trussville 3.7 mi 9.3
SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Birmingham 4.0 mi 6.2
Cahaba Elementary School Trussville 4.6 mi 9.5
Bryant Park Elementary Birmingham 4.4 mi 8.6
Pinson Valley High School Pinson 4.1 mi 3.2
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH TRUSSVILLE Trussville 5.1 mi
Chalkville Elementary School Birmingham 5.2 mi 4.0
Rudd Middle School Pinson 4.8 mi 3.3
Pinson Elementary School Pinson 5.0 mi 8.5
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH-PINSON Pinson 5.2 mi
Magnolia Elementary School Trussville 6.8 mi 9.5
Center Point Elementary School Birmingham 6.2 mi 7.0
Center Point High School Center Point 6.4 mi 3.1
Erwin Intermediate School Center Point 6.7 mi 6.4
Kermit Johnson School Pinson 6.7 mi 6.4
Huffman Academy Birmingham 7.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,028

Median Home Value

$327,500

Median Rent

$1,303/mo

Population

32,125

College Educated

43.2%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Burns Middle School Mobile, AL 3.0
Goodwyn Middle School Montgomery, AL 2.8
Bessemer City Middle School Bessemer, AL 3.3
Rudd Middle School Pinson, AL 3.3
Semmes Middle School Semmes, AL 3.3
Bellingrath Middle School Montgomery, AL 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Claychalkville Middle School

What grades does Claychalkville Middle School serve?

Claychalkville Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Claychalkville Middle School?

Claychalkville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Claychalkville Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Claychalkville Middle School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Claychalkville Middle School rank in AL?

Claychalkville Middle School ranks #1,325 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Claychalkville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Claychalkville 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 Claychalkville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Claychalkville Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Claychalkville Middle School a charter school?

No, Claychalkville Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Claychalkville Middle School a Title I school?

No, Claychalkville Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Claychalkville Middle School?

64.1% of students at Claychalkville 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
5 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
35,671
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,194
District Rank
#54 of 55

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