Middle Schools in Bullock County

Bullock County, Alabama is home to a single middle school, South Highlands Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school faces significant academic challenges, with test scores well below the state average across all grade levels and subject areas. This is likely exacerbated by the high poverty level, with over 80% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

South Highlands Middle School has a predominantly African American and Hispanic student population, with a very small percentage of White students. This lack of diversity may be reflective of the broader demographics of Bullock County. The school's relatively low spending per student and high student-teacher ratio of 20.1 to 1 suggest potential resource constraints that may be impacting the school's ability to provide a high-quality education.

Despite the challenges, South Highlands Middle School has consistently ranked in the bottom 10-15% of Alabama middle schools over the past three school years, with a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. This persistent low performance indicates that the academic challenges at the school are deeply rooted and may require significant interventions and support to address.