School colors are red, white, and blue, and the athletic teams are called the Patriots.

It was an experiment that failed, as confusion and noise ultimately required the installation of interior walls.

Before coming to Midfield he had taught science and physical education at Waterloo High School while a student at the University of North Alabama.

He then transferred to Red Bay High School where he served as principal for eight years.

The first head coach was Herbert Alexander and the first band director was Randall Harwell.