Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ashville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ashville Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashville 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 Ashville Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#288 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
4%
32%
White
80%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashville Elementary School's ranking?
Ashville Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ashville Elementary School often compared to?
Ashville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springville Elementary School, Moody Elementary School, Margaret Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Ashville Elementary School?
481 students attend Ashville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ashville Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashville Elementary School?
Ashville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Ashville Elementary School offer ?
Ashville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Ashville Elementary School part of?
Ashville Elementary School is part of St Clair County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Weather Day (School Closed)
April 19, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day for Students
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day for Teachers
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Memorial Day (School Closed)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
First Day for Teachers
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
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