The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-84% (which was higher than the Alabama state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 80-84% (which was approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 83%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students (09-10)
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
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)100%
35%
White
(09-10)n/a
58%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
88%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% AL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% AL state average).
How many students attend Akron Community School West?
155 students attend Akron Community School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Akron Community School West students are Black.
What grades does Akron Community School West offer ?
Akron Community School West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Akron Community School West part of?
Akron Community School West is part of Hale County School District.
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