Serving 747 students in grades 3-5, Calera Intermediate 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 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calera Intermediate School serves the southwest part of Calera, AL, covering an area of approximately 60.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calera Intermediate School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Calera Intermediate 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 Calera Intermediate School is 0.67, 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
#454 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
12%
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Black
39%
31%
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White
40%
50%
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Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calera Intermediate School's ranking?
Calera Intermediate School is ranked #454 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Calera Intermediate School often compared to?
Calera Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thompson Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Calera Intermediate School?
747 students attend Calera Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Calera Intermediate School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calera Intermediate School?
Calera Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calera Intermediate School offer ?
Calera Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calera Intermediate School part of?
Calera Intermediate School is part of Shelby County School District.
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