Boaz Elementary School served grades Pre–K through 1 with an enrollment of 523 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 in 2023, reflecting growth from 449 students in 2021.
Minority enrollment comprised approximately 60% of the student body, with Hispanic students representing nearly half at 260 students; free lunch eligibility rose from 49% in 2021 to 58% in 2023.
Math proficiency declined from 56% in 2019 to 35% in 2023, remaining higher than the state average of 30% in 2023 and showing downward performance over recent years.
Reading proficiency was 50% in 2021, higher than the state average of 46%, but multi–year data indicates inconsistent performance; science proficiency improved to 45% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, with a rate of 95% in 2023 compared to the state average of 88%, indicating strong student completion outcomes for this Alabama elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boaz Elementary School's student population of 523 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Anchored In Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Boaz Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
50%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
40%
51%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Boaz Elementary School often compared to?
Boaz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asbury Elementary School, Douglas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Boaz Elementary School?
523 students attend Boaz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Boaz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boaz Elementary School?
Boaz Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boaz Elementary School offer ?
Boaz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boaz Elementary School part of?
Boaz Elementary School is part of Boaz City School District.
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