Drake Middle School

Drake Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6
655 N Donahue Dr,  Auburn, AL
Auburn City Schools
3.5
3.1
720 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs Sandy Johnson Resa
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
49%
Reading Proficiency
67%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
49%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
39
Full Time Teachers
39
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.9%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
7.2%
State Average
27.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
342:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.3%
Female
47.7%
White
51.8%
Black
21.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12.8%
Hispanic
9.4%
Two or more races
4.6%

School Rankings

#8 Best Public MS in Alabama
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 2 Reviews
5.0 Middle School Student
1/8/2018
The school is pretty well-rounded and is great overall. I had a great time there. All the teachers/staff are really kind.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.1 8 Reviews
5.0 student
10/6/2023
The school is great at teaching all subjects
5.0 parent
9/29/2014
Mrs. Resa runs an excellent school. She knows and loves middle school students. While providing a rich education, the students are allowed to have fun. Great middle school with an exceptional staff. A+ school!
5.0 parent
9/29/2014
Great atmosphere and doing great things for students! My child has been challenge and supported.
2.0 parent
5/7/2014
My middle schooler recently started here, and I'm greatly disappointed. I agree with the other parent noting that teacher lack the common sense on how to speak to students, bordering on verbally abusive. I also agree with yet another parent - stating that the principal could care less about unwillin...

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Drake Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6 in Auburn, AL and is served by the Auburn City Schools in Alabama. The school has a total enrollment of 720 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 49% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Drake Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $322,892. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lee-Scott Academy, The Chanticleer Learning Center, Trinity Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Auburn has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Drake Middle School.

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