Serving 1,005 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gulf Shores Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Shores Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gulf Shores Elementary School's student population of 1,005 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulf Shores Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Shores Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#74 out of 1276 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
4%
32%
White
85%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Shores Elementary School's ranking?
Gulf Shores Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Gulf Shores Elementary School often compared to?
Gulf Shores Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Beach Elementary School, Elberta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Shores Elementary School?
1,005 students attend Gulf Shores Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gulf Shores Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulf Shores Elementary School?
Gulf Shores Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Gulf Shores Elementary School offer ?
Gulf Shores Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gulf Shores Elementary School part of?
Gulf Shores Elementary School is part of Gulf Shores City School District.
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