Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blountsville 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 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blountsville Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blountsville 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 Blountsville Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#531 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
n/a
32%
White
77%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blountsville Elementary School's ranking?
Blountsville Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Blountsville Elementary School often compared to?
Blountsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appalachian School, Susan Moore Elementary School, Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Blountsville Elementary School?
605 students attend Blountsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Blountsville Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blountsville Elementary School?
Blountsville Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Blountsville Elementary School offer ?
Blountsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Blountsville Elementary School part of?
Blountsville Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
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