Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Straughn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 30% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than 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 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Straughn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Straughn Elementary School's student population of 587 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Straughn Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Straughn Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#203 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
3%
32%
White
94%
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
39%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Straughn Elementary School's ranking?
Straughn Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Straughn Elementary School often compared to?
Straughn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Opp Elementary School, Andalusia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Straughn Elementary School?
587 students attend Straughn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Straughn Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Straughn Elementary School?
Straughn Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Straughn Elementary School offer ?
Straughn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Straughn Elementary School part of?
Straughn Elementary School is part of Covington County School District.
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