Uw Clemon Elementary School ranked #1026 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #440 in 2010 and ranking consistently in the bottom 50% statewide in recent years.
Math proficiency was 13% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 23%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 15–19%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 322 students in 2021 to 612 students recently, with minority enrollment comprising 94% of the student body and 75% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating a high socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades kindergarten through 5 with 612 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1.
Uw Clemon Elementary School is a Title I school in Jefferson County, Alabama, providing education without virtual instruction options.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crumly Chapel Elementary School serves the northeast part of Adamsville, AL, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uw Clemon Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Uw Clemon 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 Uw Clemon Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1026 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
83%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
6%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uw Clemon Elementary School's ranking?
Uw Clemon Elementary School is ranked #1026 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Uw Clemon Elementary School?
590 students attend Uw Clemon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Uw Clemon Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uw Clemon Elementary School?
Uw Clemon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Uw Clemon Elementary School offer ?
Uw Clemon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Uw Clemon Elementary School part of?
Uw Clemon Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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