Serving 804 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bay Minette Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 26% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Minette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bay Minette Elementary School's student population of 804 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Bay Minette Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Minette Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
34%
32%
White
50%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Bay Minette Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Minette Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Bay Minette Elementary School often compared to?
Bay Minette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta Elementary School, Daphne East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Bay Minette Elementary School?
804 students attend Bay Minette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bay Minette Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Minette Elementary School?
Bay Minette Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay Minette Elementary School offer ?
Bay Minette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay Minette Elementary School part of?
Bay Minette Elementary School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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