Serving 1,125 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Andalusia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andalusia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Andalusia Elementary School's student population of 1,125 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Andalusia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andalusia Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
66%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andalusia Elementary School's ranking?
Andalusia Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Andalusia Elementary School often compared to?
Andalusia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Straughn Elementary School, Red Level School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Andalusia Elementary School?
1,125 students attend Andalusia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Andalusia Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Andalusia Elementary School?
Andalusia Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Andalusia Elementary School offer ?
Andalusia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andalusia Elementary School part of?
Andalusia Elementary School is part of Andalusia City School District.
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