What grades does Austin Middle School serve?

Austin Middle School operates as a Middle school within Decatur City. The school serves families in the Decatur area.

Where is Austin Middle School located?

Austin Middle School is a urban school in Decatur, AL.

What school district is Austin Middle School in?

Austin Middle School operates under Decatur City, serving students in Decatur. Decatur City includes 20 schools in total.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Austin Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Austin Middle School is 14.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

How many schools are in Decatur City?

There are 20 schools in Decatur City, serving students across the area.

What schools are in Decatur, AL?

Schools in Decatur include Austin Middle School and others operated by Decatur City. The district serves families throughout the Decatur area.

What school district serves Decatur, AL?

Decatur is served by Decatur City. The district operates 20 schools in the area.

ALMiddleCalendar available · 37 events · Auto-updating

Events confirmed from Decatur City's official calendar.

Austin Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|Decatur, Alabama|Decatur City

Decatur, AL 35603

Auto-updates all year · Works with Apple, Google, Outlook

This school plus sports, holidays, and more. $29.99/year.

Never miss a day at Austin Middle School.

Sync this calendar to your phone.

Auto-updates all year · $29.99/yr

Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Fall BreakEvent

Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Oct

Thu

No School - Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Review the school calendar for fall break dates.

Oct

Mon

Professional Development Day for TeachersEvent

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Tue

Professional Development for Teachers / Students do not attend.Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Thu

School Picture DayEvent

We want all students to be included in our yearbook, so all students will be photographed during their PE class. Packages will be available for purchase, and information will be sent home about a week before the event.

Oct

Fri

Report Cards Sent HomeEvent

View all 37 events →

Also available for your address

Sync all 37 events to your phone

Plus waste, sports, holidays, and more.

School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

713

Student:Teacher

14.9:1

Locale

Urban

District

Decatur City

Econ. Disadvantaged

76.4%

Phone

(256)552-4622

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

39%

35th percentile in AL

Math Proficiency

18%

43th percentile in AL

Chronic Absenteeism

5.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

177 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.3:1

Near average in AL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

743

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

47.67

92% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.050000001

Social Workers

0.050000001

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,832

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,711

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,490

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 47%Local 39%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$226,216

+0.4% 1yr+27.2% 5yr

Decatur, AL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.3%

Unemployment rate

11.0%

Uninsured residents

15.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,348

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,273

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

522 (41%)

Autism

261 (21%)

Other Health Impairment

177 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

155 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

51 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

19 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

727

Current enrollment

Declining(-10% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

Fall Break

Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Event

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

No School - Fall Break

Review the school calendar for fall break dates.

Break

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Professional Development Day for Teachers

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Decatur City. Austin Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Fall Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	No School - Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for fall break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Professional Development Day for Teachers No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Professional Development for Teachers / Students do not attend.District-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	School Picture Day We want all students to be included in our yearbook, so all students will be photographed during their PE class. Packages will be available for purchase, and information will be sent home about a week before the event.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day - No School	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	Progress Reports Sent Home	Event	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Thanksgiving LunchDistrict-wide Check the event notice for lunch details, menu, and participation information.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Christmas LunchDistrict-wide Check the event notice for menu, time and participation details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Half Day for Students Check the calendar for dismissal time details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Workday Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK Jr DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	Progress Reports Sent Home	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day - No School	Event	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Professional Development Day for Teachers No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Professional Development Day for Teachers No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School for Students - PD Day for Teacher District-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	ACAP State Testing for 8th GradeDistrict-wide Eighth grade students will be taking the ACAP test on campus. Please do not schedule any vacations or appointments during this time.	exam	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Professional Development Day for Teachers No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Progress Reports Sent Home	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	Weather Day - No School	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates.	Staff Day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Half Day for Students Check the calendar for dismissal time details.	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Professional Development Day for Teachers No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	No School for Students - PD Day for Teachers District-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—