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Litchfield Middle School

Middle School · Gadsden City

1109 Hoke St, Gadsden, AL 35903

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#740 of 1,356

In Gadsden

#10 of 15

public schools

In district

#8 of 12

Gadsden City

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Litchfield Middle School

6.2/10

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

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6.1/10

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8.0/10

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About Litchfield Middle School

Litchfield Middle School is a public middle school in Gadsden, AL, part of Gadsden City. Litchfield Middle School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Litchfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Litchfield Middle School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AL avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Litchfield Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,509
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Litchfield Middle School — Students at Litchfield Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.7% (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
51%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
34%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Litchfield Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in AL
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Location

1109 Hoke St, Gadsden, AL 35903

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Litchfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gadsden Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sansom Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Glencoe Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Glencoe), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gadsden, see our Gadsden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Adams Elementary School Gadsden 0.1 mi 6.1
Donehoo Elementary School Gadsden 1.1 mi 8.0
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gadsden 2.0 mi 8.6
Thompson Elementary School Gadsden 2.6 mi 7.0
Glencoe Middle School Glencoe 2.9 mi 5.4
W E Striplin Elementary School Gadsden 2.6 mi 6.5
Glencoe High School Glencoe 2.9 mi 4.5
Gadsden Middle School Gadsden 2.6 mi 6.2
HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Gadsden 2.9 mi 6.4
Glencoe Elementary School Glencoe 3.6 mi 8.0
FBC GLENCOE WEEKDAY Glencoe 3.6 mi
Eura Brown Elementary School Gadsden 3.9 mi 9.6
Mitchell Elementary School Gadsden 4.0 mi 8.7
Gadsden City High School Gadsden 4.1 mi 4.3
Floyd Elementary School Gadsden 4.3 mi 6.9
Sansom Middle School Gadsden 4.4 mi 6.2
Gaston High School Gadsden 5.1 mi 5.6
Gaston Elementary School Gadsden 5.1 mi 8.9
Highland Elementary School Gadsden 5.7 mi 8.4
COOSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gadsden 4.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,063

Median Home Value

$170,000

Median Rent

$823/mo

Population

17,180

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

66.6%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Sansom Middle School Gadsden, AL 6.2
Double Springs Middle School Double Springs, AL 6.3
Fairview Middle School Cullman, AL 6.3
Andalusia Junior High Andalusia, AL 6.4
Bankhead Middle School Cordova, AL 6.4
Chickasaw Middle School Chickasaw, AL 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Litchfield Middle School

What grades does Litchfield Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Litchfield Middle School?

Litchfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Litchfield Middle School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Litchfield Middle School rank in AL?

Litchfield Middle School ranks #740 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Litchfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Litchfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Litchfield Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Litchfield Middle School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Litchfield Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Litchfield Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

90.3% of students at Litchfield 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Etowah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Gadsden City
District Enrollment
4,872
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,509
District Rank
#8 of 12

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