DavisEmerson Middle School

School Overview
Davis-Emerson Middle School, located in Cottondale, Alabama, is a part of the Tuscaloosa County School System. Serving students in the middle school grades, the institution is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. As a cornerstone of the Cottondale community, the school emphasizes preparing its students for the transition to high school by offering a diverse curriculum that includes core academic subjects alongside various elective opportunities designed to engage students’ specific interests.

The school’s identity is closely tied to its "Bulldog" mascot, which represents a culture of pride, community spirit, and perseverance. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and guardians, providing essential resources such as academic calendars, faculty contact information, and updates on extracurricular activities. By leveraging the support and resources of the broader Tuscaloosa County School System, Davis-Emerson strives to maintain high educational standards and provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best.
392
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DavisEmerson Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White98
Hispanic96
Black192
Two or More3
American Indian3
  • Black
    192 (49.0 %)
  • White
    98 (25.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    96 (24.5 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Tuscaloosa County
Phone: (205)342-2750
Website: http://www.tcss.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 392
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 315
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 113
Grade 7 125
Grade 8 154

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DavisEmerson Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6113
Grade 7125
Grade 8154
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DavisEmerson Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19650%
Male19650%