Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wellborn 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 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellborn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wellborn Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wellborn 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 Wellborn Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#611 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
13%
32%
White
80%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Wellborn Elementary School's ranking?
Wellborn Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wellborn Elementary School often compared to?
Wellborn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Alexandria Elementary School, Oxford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Wellborn Elementary School?
588 students attend Wellborn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wellborn Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellborn Elementary School?
Wellborn Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Wellborn Elementary School offer ?
Wellborn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wellborn Elementary School part of?
Wellborn 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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