Carlisle Elementary School ranked #529 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #268 in 2014 but improving from #598 in 2019, reflecting fluctuating overall performance among New Jersey public elementary schools.
Math proficiency was 20–24% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 50–54%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 40–49%, also higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment slightly increased to 373 students in 2023 from 354 in 2020, with minority enrollment stable around 28% and a high percentage (about 77%) of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades PK through 5 with 24 teachers and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, consistent with past years' ratios ranging from 14:1 to 18:1.
As a Title I Etowah County school, Carlisle Elementary did not offer virtual instruction and participated in the National School Lunch Program without CEO or Provision options.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlisle Elementary School's student population of 373 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlisle 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 Carlisle Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#529 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlisle Elementary School's ranking?
Carlisle Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Carlisle Elementary School?
373 students attend Carlisle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Carlisle Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlisle Elementary School?
Carlisle Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carlisle Elementary School offer ?
Carlisle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlisle Elementary School part of?
Carlisle Elementary School is part of Etowah County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Rude and unprofessional staff. School has gone downhill.
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