Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dutton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (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
Community Size
School Overview
Dutton Elementary School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Dutton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
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
17%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
71%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutton Elementary School's ranking?
Dutton Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 1,285 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 Pisgah High School, Section High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
214 students attend Dutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dutton Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 10% 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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