Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Saks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Saks Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saks 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 Saks Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#526 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
38%
32%
White
50%
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
64%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Saks Elementary School's ranking?
Saks Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Saks Elementary School?
469 students attend Saks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Saks Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saks Elementary School?
Saks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Saks Elementary School offer ?
Saks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Saks Elementary School part of?
Saks Elementary School is part of Calhoun County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students/Graduation
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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