Caldwell Elementary School in Scottsboro, AL serves 543 students in grades 1–3 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 15:1.
The school's math proficiency is between 55% and 59%, significantly higher than the Alabama state average of 30% and district average of 35%, though performance has varied notably over recent years.
Reading proficiency at Caldwell Elementary is also between 55% and 59%, which is higher than the state average of 47% but lower than the district average of 52%.
Science proficiency stood at 25% to 29% in 2022, which is lower than the state average of 38% and the district average of 43%.
Enrollment has remained stable near 540 students over the last five years, but the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 48% in 2022 to 62% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Caldwell Elementary School serves the northern part of Scottsboro, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 22.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caldwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Caldwell Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caldwell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caldwell Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#189 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caldwell Elementary School's ranking?
Caldwell Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Caldwell Elementary School often compared to?
Caldwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport Elementary School, Section High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Caldwell Elementary School?
579 students attend Caldwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Caldwell Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caldwell Elementary School?
Caldwell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Caldwell Elementary School offer ?
Caldwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caldwell Elementary School part of?
Caldwell Elementary School is part of Scottsboro City School District.
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