Serving 908 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Troy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 28% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Troy Elementary School's student population of 908 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Troy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#479 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
65%
32%
White
26%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Troy Elementary School's ranking?
Troy Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Troy Elementary School often compared to?
Troy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Banks School, Goshen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Troy Elementary School?
908 students attend Troy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Troy Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Troy Elementary School offer ?
Troy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Troy Elementary School part of?
Troy Elementary School is part of Troy City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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