East Elementary School in Cullman, AL ranked #42 in the state in 2023, improving from #105 in 2019 and consistently ranking in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency reached 73% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 76%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged from 80% to 84%, significantly higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained steady around 600 students from 2018 to 2023, with minority enrollment at 11% and free lunch eligibility increasing to 26% in 2023 from 11% in 2022.
Serving grades 2 through 6, East Elementary had a student–teacher ratio of 22:1 in 2023, with an average class size of 20 students and 603 total students enrolled.
The school qualified for Title I funding and received a Blue Ribbon award in 2024, with a graduation rate consistently exceeding the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Be excellent... every day in every way.
Average Class Size
20 students
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
31%
White
90%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
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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