The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 65-69% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 55-59% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 83%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (09-10)
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)55-59%
83%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
4%
Black
(09-10)99%
35%
White
(09-10)1%
58%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
8%
8%
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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