Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Curry Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Curry Elementary School serves the northeast part of Jasper, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 87.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Curry Elementary School's student population of 550 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Yellow Jackets
School Rankings
Curry Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Curry 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
#238 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
31%
White
92%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curry Elementary School's ranking?
Curry Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Curry Elementary School often compared to?
Curry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lupton Junior High School, Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Curry Elementary School?
550 students attend Curry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Curry Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Curry Elementary School?
Curry Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Curry Elementary School offer ?
Curry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Curry Elementary School part of?
Curry Elementary School is part of Walker County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a good community school with a caring faculty and driven purpose. Sure they have some areas to work on, but overall a good school. Parents have the opportunity to be involved in most classes and the principal encourages involvement.
Their test scores are at the top of the county! Go Jackets!
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