Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Barkley Bridge 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barkley Bridge 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
Barkley Bridge Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barkley Bridge 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 Barkley Bridge Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#28 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
2%
32%
White
93%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barkley Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Barkley Bridge Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Barkley Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Barkley Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestline Elementary School, Fe Burleson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Barkley Bridge Elementary School?
436 students attend Barkley Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Barkley Bridge Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barkley Bridge Elementary School?
Barkley Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Barkley Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Barkley Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Barkley Bridge Elementary School part of?
Barkley Bridge Elementary School is part of Hartselle City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Students First Day
August 08, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break-No School
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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