Delta Elementary School ranked #479 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #164 in 2011 and #184 in 2018, placing it in the top 50% statewide overall.
In 2023, reading proficiency was 55–59%, higher than the state average of 47%, while science proficiency ranged 40–59%, also higher than the state average of 38%; math proficiency was 20–24%, lower than the state average of 30%.
Enrollment declined from 324 students in 1999 to 229 students in 2023, with minority enrollment at 27% and free or reduced–price lunch eligibility increasing to 68% in 2023 from 36% in 1999, reflecting socioeconomic shifts.
Serving grades PK–6, Delta Elementary had a 2023 enrollment of 229 students with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, higher than the district average ratio of 16:1.
The school maintained graduation rates consistently above the state average, reaching 94% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%, indicative of sustained academic outcomes for a Berkeley Heights public high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Delta Elementary School serves the northwest part of Bay Minette, AL, covering an area of approximately 105.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delta Elementary School's student population of 228 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Delta 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 Delta Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#479 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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
What is Delta Elementary School's ranking?
Delta Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Delta Elementary School often compared to?
Delta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Minette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Delta Elementary School?
228 students attend Delta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Delta Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delta Elementary School?
Delta Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Delta Elementary School offer ?
Delta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delta Elementary School part of?
Delta Elementary School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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