Dutton Elementary School ranked #268 in Alabama in 2023, showing a modest decline from #251 in 2021 but an improvement from #408 in 2018, positioning it in the top 30% statewide.
Math proficiency hovered between 50–54% in 2023, significantly higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was approximately equal to the state average at 50–54%; science proficiency ranged from 40–49%, also slightly higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment at this Jackson County public school was 214 students in grades PK–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1; minority enrollment stood at 29%, with notable representation of American Indian and Hispanic students.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained steady around 66% from 2019 to 2023, reflecting a stable socioeconomic profile among the student body.
Dutton Elementary consistently maintained a high graduation rate of 95% from 2013 through 2023, outperforming the Alabama state average which ranged from 81% to 91% in the same period.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dutton Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping All Students Achieve and Succeed
School Rankings
Dutton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutton Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#268 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
71%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutton Elementary School's ranking?
Dutton Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Dutton Elementary School often compared to?
Dutton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Section High School, Pisgah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Dutton Elementary School?
201 students attend Dutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dutton Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dutton Elementary School?
Dutton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dutton Elementary School offer ?
Dutton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dutton Elementary School part of?
Dutton Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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