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Foley Middle School

Middle School · Baldwin County

200 N Oak St, Foley, AL 36535

Enrollment

769

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#952 of 1,356

In Foley

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#38 of 41

Baldwin County

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Foley Middle School

5.3/10

Middle School in Foley · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Foley Elementary School

7.0/10

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About Foley Middle School

Foley Middle School is a public middle school in Foley, AL, part of Baldwin County. Foley Middle School serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Foley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #952 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Foley Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • AL avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Foley 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,089
Chronic Absenteeism32%

Foley Middle School — Students at Foley Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (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
74%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
37%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Foley Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in AL
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

Location

200 N Oak St, Foley, AL 36535

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Foley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Elberta Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Elberta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gulf Shores Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Gulf Shores), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Foley, see our Foley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Foley Elementary School Foley 0.2 mi 7.0
SMALL STEPS LEARNING CENTER Foley 1.1 mi
Florence B Mathis Elementary Foley 1.5 mi 7.4
Foley High School Foley 1.8 mi 3.2
SNOOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Foley 3.5 mi 5.6
SNOOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Foley 3.5 mi 4.9
Magnolia School Foley 3.4 mi 7.0
BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elberta 4.5 mi
Summerdale School Summerdale 5.7 mi 7.4
SOUTH BALDWIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulf Shores 5.7 mi 5.8
ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elberta 5.2 mi 7.9
Elberta High School Elberta 5.4 mi 5.3
Elberta Middle School Elberta 5.4 mi 8.5
Swift Elementary School Bon Secour 6.7 mi 7.2
Elberta Elementary School Elberta 6.2 mi 8.6
Robertsdale High School Robertsdale 9.3 mi 4.9
Orange Beach MiddleHigh School Orange Beach 9.1 mi
Gulf Shores Elementary School Gulf Shores 9.6 mi 9.3
Gulf Shores Middle School Gulf Shores 9.6 mi 7.6
Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores 9.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,013

Median Home Value

$250,800

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

38,401

College Educated

25.5%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

48.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Foley Middle School

What grades does Foley Middle School serve?

Foley Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Foley Middle School?

Foley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.

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

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

How does Foley Middle School rank in AL?

Foley Middle School ranks #952 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Foley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Foley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Foley Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Foley Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Foley Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Foley Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

84.5% of students at Foley 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Baldwin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

District

Baldwin County
District Enrollment
31,818
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,089
District Rank
#38 of 41

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