Akron Community School East in Akron, AL closed in 2011, ending operations for grades 7–12 with an enrollment of approximately 185 students at closure and a student–teacher ratio near 17:1.
The school's overall state ranking was #1195 in 2010 before closure, with no available ranking data afterward due to shutdown.
Math proficiency declined significantly over recent years, falling to 22% in 2023, which was lower than the Alabama state average of 30%.
Reading proficiency remained approximately equal to the state average, recorded at 47% in 2022 matching Alabama's 47%, though this reflected a decline from prior years.
Enrollment and student numbers dropped sharply leading to closure, with free lunch eligibility around 79% in 2010, indicating a predominantly low–income student population before the school ceased operations.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (09-10)
185 students
Showing 2001–2010. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2002–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)55-59%
83%
Black
(09-10)99%
35%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
(09-10)1%
59%
Showing 1991–2010. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
79%
47%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
8%
8%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% AL state average).
How many students attend Akron Community School East?
185 students attend Akron Community School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Akron Community School East students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Akron Community School East offer ?
Akron Community School East offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Akron Community School East part of?
Akron Community School East is part of Hale County School District.
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