Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Colbert Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colbert Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Colbert Heights Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colbert Heights 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 Colbert Heights Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#413 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
89%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Colbert Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Colbert Heights Elementary School is ranked #413 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Colbert Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Colbert Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, New Bethel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Colbert Heights Elementary School?
491 students attend Colbert Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Colbert Heights Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colbert Heights Elementary School?
Colbert Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Colbert Heights Elementary School offer ?
Colbert Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colbert Heights Elementary School part of?
Colbert Heights Elementary School is part of Colbert County School District.
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