Journey Middle School serves 714 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Journey Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
22%
32%
White
49%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Journey Middle School often compared to?
Journey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Middle School, Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Journey Middle School?
714 students attend Journey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Journey Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Journey Middle School?
Journey Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Journey Middle School offer ?
Journey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Journey Middle School part of?
Journey Middle School is part of Madison City School District.
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