Curtiston Primary School in Attalla, AL, closed in 2011 after serving grades kindergarten through second grade with an enrollment peaking at 341 students in 2003 and a student–teacher ratio near 13:1 before closure.
Math proficiency at Curtiston Primary declined notably from 90% in 2012 to 45% in 2023, although it remained higher than the state average of 30% in 2023.
Reading proficiency decreased from 90% in 2012 to 70% in 2022, which was higher than the state average of 47% at that time, displaying a downward trend prior to closure.
Science proficiency was approximately equal to the state average, scoring 40% in 2022 compared to the state's 38%.
Before closure, the school served a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reaching 68% eligible for free lunch in 2010, reflecting socioeconomic factors in the community.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students (09-10)
256 students
Showing 2001–2010. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2002–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hispanic
(09-10)10%
4%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
(09-10)17%
35%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
(09-10)72%
59%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
68%
47%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
10%
8%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Curtiston Primary School?
256 students attend Curtiston Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Curtiston Primary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Curtiston Primary School offer ?
Curtiston Primary School offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Curtiston Primary School part of?
Curtiston Primary School is part of Attalla City School District.
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