Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Banks School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Banks School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banks School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banks School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#373 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
33%
32%
White
60%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banks School's ranking?
Banks School is ranked #373 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Banks School often compared to?
Banks Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School, Troy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Banks School?
362 students attend Banks School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Banks School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banks School?
Banks School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Banks School offer ?
Banks School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Banks School part of?
Banks School is part of Pike County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Students (2/3 Day)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day for Teachers
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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