Jones Valley Middle School

Jones Valley Middle School is a regular public middle school located in Birmingham, Alabama, in Jefferson County. The school serves grades 6 through 8, with an enrollment of 447 students and a student-teacher ratio of 19.4:1. The school's setting is in a mid-size city, offering a diverse range of community experiences for students.

Jones Valley Middle School has 23 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to educating its students. Academically, Jones Valley Middle School is ranked 1318 out of 1360 schools in Alabama, placing it in the 3rd percentile. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 2.5 out of 10, with a more focused score of 1.5 out of 10 for academic performance.

In terms of proficiency, only 19% of students are proficient in ELA/reading, and no students are proficient in math. While these statistics indicate room for improvement, the school is committed to supporting its students and providing them with the necessary resources to succeed. The surrounding neighborhood, with a median household income of $33,660 and a median home value of $71,400, reflects a community that faces economic challenges.

Approximately 22.8% of the population lives below the poverty line, and only 12% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher. Despite these challenges, Jones Valley Middle School remains an important educational institution in the heart of Birmingham.

While current test scores at Jones Valley Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.