Calera Elementary School serves 766 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 86%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Attendance Zone: Calera Elementary School serves the southwest area of Calera, AL, covering approximately 60.6 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calera Elementary School's student population of 766 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Calera Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)80-84%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85-89%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
43%
31%
White
39%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Calera Elementary School often compared to?
Calera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
How many students attend Calera Elementary School?
766 students attend Calera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Calera Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calera Elementary School?
Calera Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calera Elementary School offer ?
Calera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calera Elementary School part of?
Calera Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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