Evelyn D Houston Elementary School

1310 Ashland Hwy
Talladega, AL 35160
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 338 students in grades 4-6, Evelyn D Houston Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50% in AL
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Evelyn D Houston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Evelyn D Houston Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
#1008 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
12%
30%
26%
47%
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
70%
32%
White
21%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 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?
338 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, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 19:1, which is higher than 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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