Choctaw County Elementary School, a Berkeley Heights public high school serving grades PK–6 with 304 students, ranked #869 in Alabama in 2023, showing a moderate improvement from #899 in 2022 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency at the school ranged from 15–19% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 30–34%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was at or below 10%, significantly lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 653 students in 2005 to 304 in 2023, reflecting a long–term decrease; minority enrollment was high at approximately 93%, predominantly Black students (275 of 304).
The school operated with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023, an increase from 15:1 in 2020, and served a high percentage of socioeconomically disadvantaged students, with 73% eligible for free lunch.
Graduation rate data was not applicable for this elementary school; Choctaw County Elementary is a Title I eligible institution located in Butler, Alabama, targeting academic improvement through data–driven instruction.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Choctaw County Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Equipping and inspiring all learners to reach their highest potential!
School Rankings
Choctaw County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Choctaw County Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#869 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
92%
31%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Choctaw County Elementary School's ranking?
Choctaw County Elementary School is ranked #869 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Choctaw County Elementary School often compared to?
Choctaw County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Choctaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Choctaw County Elementary School?
295 students attend Choctaw County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Choctaw County Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Choctaw County Elementary School?
Choctaw County Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Choctaw County Elementary School offer ?
Choctaw County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Choctaw County Elementary School part of?
Choctaw County Elementary School is part of Choctaw County School District.
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