Evelyn D Houston Elementary School in Talladega, AL serves grades 4–6 with 338 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the typical Alabama elementary school ratio.
Math proficiency is 12%, which is lower than the state average of 30% and similar to the district average of 12%, showing a decline from 29% proficiency in 2019.
Reading proficiency stands at 26%, lower than the state average of 47% and slightly below the district average of 30%, with relatively stable proficiency rates in recent years.
Science proficiency ranges between 11% and 19%, which is lower than the state average of 38% and district average of 18%.
Enrollment decreased from 439 students in 2022 to 338 in 2024, while eligibility for free lunch increased to 86%, indicating a rise in the socioeconomic need within this Talladega elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Evelyn D Houston Elementary School serves the eastern part of Talladega, AL, covering an area of approximately 8.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School's student population of 302 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evelyn D Houston Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1008 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
70%
31%
White
18%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evelyn D Houston Elementary School's ranking?
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School is ranked #1008 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Evelyn D Houston Elementary School?
302 students attend Evelyn D Houston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Evelyn D Houston Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evelyn D Houston Elementary School?
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Evelyn D Houston Elementary School offer ?
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evelyn D Houston Elementary School part of?
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School is part of Talladega City School District.
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