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#898 of 1,356 schools in AL
Tuskegee Institute Middle School
Middle School · Macon County
1809 Franklin Rd, Tuskegee Institute, AL 36088
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#898 of 1,356
In district
#4 of 6
Macon County
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Tuskegee Institute Middle School
Middle School in Tuskegee Institute · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tuskegee Institute Middle School
Tuskegee Institute Middle School is a public middle school in Tuskegee Institute, AL, part of Macon County. Tuskegee Institute Middle School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Tuskegee Institute Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #898 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Tuskegee Institute Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- AL avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tuskegee Institute 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.
32% of students at Tuskegee Institute 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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Tuskegee Institute Middle School — Students at Tuskegee Institute Middle School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 6.9/10.
How Tuskegee Institute Middle School Compares
See how Tuskegee Institute Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1809 Franklin Rd, Tuskegee Institute, AL 36088
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tuskegee Institute Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Drake Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Auburn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southside Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Tallassee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tuskegee Public Elementary (rated 3.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tuskegee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tuskegee Institute, see our Tuskegee Institute schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tuskegee Public Elementary Tuskegee | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Booker T Washington High Tuskegee | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary School Tuskegee | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Notasulga High School Notasulga | 9.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Reeltown Elementary School Notasulga | 12.7 mi | 9.1 |
| DC Wolfe School Shorter | 11.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Reeltown High School Notasulga | 12.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Southside Middle School Tallassee | 12.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Tallassee High School Tallassee | 12.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Loachapoka High School Loachapoka | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Loachapoka Elementary School Loachapoka | 13.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Tallassee Elementary School Tallassee | 13.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Creekside Elementary School Auburn | 17.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Richland Elementary School Auburn | 17.6 mi | 9.3 |
| HOLY TRINITY DAY SCHOOL Auburn | 17.6 mi | — |
| Union Springs Elementary School Union Springs | 19.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CONECUH SPRINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Union Springs | 20.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Drake Middle School Auburn | 18.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Wrights Mill Road Elementary School Auburn | 18.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Auburn Early Education Center Auburn | 18.0 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,938
Median Home Value
$100,600
Median Rent
$710/mo
Population
3,493
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
47%
Poverty Rate
31.4%
Median Age
22.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tuskegee Institute Middle School
What grades does Tuskegee Institute Middle School serve?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Tuskegee Institute Middle School?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tuskegee Institute Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tuskegee Institute Middle School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tuskegee Institute Middle School rank in AL?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School ranks #898 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Tuskegee Institute Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tuskegee Institute Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Tuskegee Institute Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tuskegee Institute Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tuskegee Institute Middle School a charter school?
No, Tuskegee Institute Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tuskegee Institute Middle School a Title I school?
No, Tuskegee Institute Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tuskegee Institute Middle School?
100.0% of students at Tuskegee Institute 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Macon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (334) 727-2580
Resources & Links
District
Macon County- District Enrollment
- 1,769
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,599
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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