Deshler Middle School

About Deshler Middle School

Deshler Middle School is a public school located in the heart of the city of Deshler, Ohio. With a student body of over 700 students in grades 6-8, Deshler Middle School is a vibrant and active community of students, teachers, and parents. The school offers a variety of classes and activities that help students prepare for the future. From art classes to physical education, Deshler Middle School provides students with a variety of options to explore their interests and passions.
The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, clubs, and special events. These activities help to build relationships, promote teamwork, and give students the opportunity to express themselves in a safe and supportive environment. Deshler Middle School also offers a variety of counseling services, including individual and group counseling, to help students with their social, emotional, and academic needs.
Deshler Middle School is committed to providing students with a quality education in a safe, nurturing environment. The faculty and staff strive to create an environment where students can learn, grow, and develop into responsible citizens. Deshler Middle School is a great place for students to get the education they need to be successful in life.

Address:	598 N High St Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Phone:	(256) 389-2920
Site:	www.tuscumbia.k12.al.us
Grades:	6 – 8
Enrollment:	349 students

Overview Deshler Middle School

Deshler Middle School serves 349 students in grades 6-8.
Deshler Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Deshler Middle School

Deshler Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Deshler Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.