Serving 466 students in grades 3-6, East Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: East Elementary School serves the east part of Cullman, AL, covering an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#42 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
2%
31%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
90%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
466 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Cullman City School District.
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