Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cold Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cold Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cold Springs Elementary School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cold Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cold Springs Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
32%
White
95%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Cold Springs Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Cold Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Cold Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Holly Pond Elementary School, Hanceville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Cold Springs Elementary School?
517 students attend Cold Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Cold Springs Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cold Springs Elementary School?
Cold Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Cold Springs Elementary School offer ?
Cold Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cold Springs Elementary School part of?
Cold Springs Elementary School is part of Cullman County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/3/2009
Cold Springs is an outstanding school. It has good academic programs and good sports programs. Every kid gets to play. Cold Springs encourages parental involvement. Its a great small town to raise children.
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