Dc Wolfe School, a Shorter, Alabama public school serving grades PK–6, ranked #1111 in the state in 2023, indicating placement in the bottom 50% of Alabama schools; its state ranking declined from #970 in 2021 to #1111 in 2023.
Math proficiency at was 6–9%, lower than the state average of approximately 30% in 2023, while reading proficiency ranged from 20–24%, also lower than the state average near 47%; science proficiency was 20% or less, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment slightly increased to 131 students in 2023 from 105 in 2021, with minority enrollment comprising 99% of the student body, predominantly Black students, and 90% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting sustained high socioeconomic need.
The school maintained a student–teacher ratio near 14:1 with 9 teachers in 2023, serving a small, predominantly minority student population across preschool to sixth grade.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Wolfe School's student population of 111 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Dc Wolfe 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 Dc Wolfe School is 0.13, 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
#1111 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
93%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dc Wolfe School's ranking?
Dc Wolfe School is ranked #1111 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Dc Wolfe School often compared to?
Dc Wolfe Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver Elementary School, Notasulga High School, Booker T Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Dc Wolfe School?
111 students attend Dc Wolfe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dc Wolfe School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dc Wolfe School?
Dc Wolfe School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dc Wolfe School offer ?
Dc Wolfe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dc Wolfe School part of?
Dc Wolfe School is part of Macon County School District.
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