Serving 595 students in grades 3-5, Arab Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arab Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arab Elementary School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arab Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arab Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#31 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
93%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Arab Elementary School's ranking?
Arab Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Arab Elementary School often compared to?
Arab Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Arab Elementary School?
595 students attend Arab Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Arab Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arab Elementary School?
Arab Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arab Elementary School offer ?
Arab Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Arab Elementary School part of?
Arab Elementary School is part of Arab City School District.
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