Eden Elementary School in Pell City, AL serves 403 students in grades Pre–K through 4 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
Math proficiency is 20–24%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and the district average of 30%, showing a decline from past years when proficiency was near 90%.
Reading proficiency is 55–59%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency is 30–34%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%.
The school's overall testing rank declined from #384 in 2022 to #479 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in performance relative to other Alabama schools.
Enrollment remained stable around 400 students over recent years, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 47% in 2022 to 62% in 2023, reflecting a significant rise in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eden Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower...Achieve
School Rankings
Eden 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 Eden Elementary School is 0.32, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
9%
31%
White
82%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Eden Elementary School's ranking?
Eden 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 Eden Elementary School often compared to?
Eden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iola Roberts Elementary School, Gaston 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 Eden Elementary School?
346 students attend Eden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Eden Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eden Elementary School?
Eden Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eden Elementary School offer ?
Eden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eden Elementary School part of?
Eden Elementary School is part of Pell City School District.
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