Calcedeaver Elementary School ranked #472 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #128 in 2012 and showing inconsistent fluctuations in state ranking over the past decade.
Math proficiency remained approximately equal to the state average at 30–34% in recent years, while reading proficiency was also approximately equal to the state average at 45–49%, but science proficiency was lower than the state average at 20–29%.
Enrollment slightly declined from 280 students in 2008 to 232 students in 2023, with minority enrollment consistently high at 79%, predominantly Native American students, and 69% eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic challenges.
The school serves grades Pre–K through 6 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is recognized among the lowest ratios in Alabama public schools.
Graduation rates ranged from 79% to 94% between 2013 and 2023, consistently exceeding the Alabama state average rate of approximately 88% in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calcedeaver Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Calcedeaver Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calcedeaver Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#472 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
42%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
3%
31%
White
25%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
27%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calcedeaver Elementary School's ranking?
Calcedeaver Elementary School is ranked #472 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Calcedeaver Elementary School often compared to?
Calcedeaver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breitling Elementary School, Allentown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Calcedeaver Elementary School?
240 students attend Calcedeaver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Calcedeaver Elementary School students are American Indian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calcedeaver Elementary School?
Calcedeaver Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calcedeaver Elementary School offer ?
Calcedeaver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calcedeaver Elementary School part of?
Calcedeaver Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
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